£251+ Cheap flights to Asia

Flying to Asia will present a variety of transport methods once you arrive. In Japan, the famous bullet trains are the best way to get around regionally, with buses and rickshaws popular in Tokyo itself. In Bangkok the ubiquitous Tuk Tuk motorised taxi carts are the way to go. Mumbai has rickshaws and motorbike taxis. To get between cities in India and China you’ll usually travel on overland buses. These modes of transport are popular not only because they’re so numerous, but also due to their cost-effectiveness. Your other choice is to hire a car when you book flights to Asia if you want more travel independence. You can often get this included in Asian flight deals.

Take advantage of cheap flights to Asia by using the money you save for sightseeing. There are some iconic tourist attractions in Mumbai, where you’ll find the Gateway To India archway, the city’s main landmark. Also make sure to drive across the Bandra-Worli Sea Link, a spectacular eight-lane bridge. Bangkok is home to some of Thailand’s main attractions, including the sprawling historical Grand Palace, and the oldest temple in the country, the elaborate Wat Pho. Tokyo is famously modern and fast-paced, and the best place to experience this is in Akihabara, the major shopping and hi-tech district. You can see the ancient Tokyo Imperial Palace or walk to the top of Tokyo Tower for a view over the entire city. Keep an eye on cheapflights for discount Asian airfares.

Travel times on flights to Asia depend on how far away your destination city is. The most frequent flights leave the UK from London’s Heathrow or Gatwick airports, or other major airports like Manchester. Most make one stopover, but you can fly direct from Heathrow to Asian cities like Mumbai in about 9h. If you want to visit popular tourist countries like Thailand, you’re looking at flights that will last about 14-23h from the UK to Bangkok. Flights to Tokyo also make one stop, with the shortest from Heathrow taking about 15h and those from Manchester about 19h. Other flights can take up to 31h. The ideal departure times for flights to Asia are just before midday in the UK, which will allow you to sleep overnight. To find cheap flights to Asia, look for those making two stops.

Before you book flights to Asia, it’s a good idea to find out about the local conditions in the country you’re visiting. Much of Asia is very humid, so check the levels for the time of year that you intend to travel and pack appropriate clothes. There are also monsoon regions, so take some rain gear with you. It’s also easier to change currency before you leave, and it’s always cheaper to buy a prepaid SIM card for your mobile when you get there, rather than activated roaming before you leave the UK. Make sure that your passport will be valid for the required period from when you enter too. Also make sure to compare flights to Asia on cheapflights to get the best prices.

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Asia on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, ITA Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Asia.

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Asia. One-way flights to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl typically cost £6, while return flights cost around £7.

A return flight to Asia will typically cost around £85, however they can be found for as little as £28.

For those looking to save time traveling to Asia, London offers the quickest one-way flight (4 hours 55 minutes).

Yes. Those touching down at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Yes. Bangkok Suvarnabhumi has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Louis Tavern Dayrooms At Suvarnabhumi Airport is the closest property to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (0.0 mi away from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi).