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Cheap flights from Japan to Thailand from £108

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 29/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
NRT — BKK
21 May — 28 May1
1 adult
Tue 21/5
Tue 28/5

How far in advance should I book a flight from Japan to Thailand?

To save up to 21% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 45 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Japan to Thailand from £281 1-2 weeks out and tickets from £366 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Japan to Thailand?

September can be a great time to fly to Thailand from Japan with a flight ticket averaging about £325. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of September for as cheap as £171. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Japan to Thailand (JP - TH)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Japan to Thailand as you normally would.

Cheap China Eastern flights from Japan to Thailand

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by China Eastern for the route between Japan and Thailand. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 844,321 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest China Eastern flights we've come across from Japan to Thailand. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Tue 28/516:55NRT - BKK
1 stop11h 00mChina Eastern
Thu 30/513:35BKK - NRT
1 stop20h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/5£197
Fri 31/517:10HND - BKK
1 stop10h 45mChina Eastern
Mon 3/602:10BKK - HND
1 stop11h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/5£198
Fri 31/517:10HND - BKK
1 stop12h 55mChina Eastern
Tue 4/621:55BKK - HND
1 stop15h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/5£212
Fri 31/508:40HND - BKK
1 stop18h 00mChina Eastern
Tue 4/609:50BKK - HND
1 stop9h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/5£214
Wed 22/510:30NGO - BKK
1 stop13h 25mChina Eastern
Fri 24/502:10BKK - NGO
1 stop11h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/5£225
Wed 22/508:55NGO - BKK
1 stop14h 00mChina Eastern
Sat 25/509:50BKK - NGO
1 stop9h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/5£226
Tue 21/517:10HND - CNX
1 stop22h 15mChina Eastern
Wed 22/516:20CNX - HND
2 stops21h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/5£369
Tue 21/517:10HND - CNX
1 stop22h 15mChina Eastern
Wed 22/516:20CNX - HND
2 stops21h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/5£371
Tue 21/517:10HND - CNX
1 stop22h 15mChina Eastern
Wed 22/516:20CNX - HND
3 stops24h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/5£525

Cheap Thai AirAsia X flights from Japan to Thailand

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Thai AirAsia X for the route between Japan and Thailand. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 844,321 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Thai AirAsia X flights we've found at this time heading from Japan to Thailand. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Thu 27/612:10NRT - BKK
Nonstop6h 50mThai AirAsia X
Mon 1/702:25BKK - NRT
Nonstop6h 30mThai AirAsia X
Deal found 15/5£200
Thu 27/612:10NRT - BKK
Nonstop6h 50mThai AirAsia X
Tue 2/723:25BKK - NRT
Nonstop6h 35mThai AirAsia X
Deal found 15/5£216

Cheap Japan to Thailand flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Japan to Thailand specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 844,321 searches. Prices were last updated on 16 May 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from Japan to Thailand in May and June 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Fri 31/513:00NRT - BKK
1 stop14h 10mChina Eastern
Mon 3/602:10BKK - NRT
1 stop16h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/5£196
Tue 28/516:55NRT - BKK
1 stop11h 00mChina Eastern
Thu 30/513:35BKK - NRT
1 stop20h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/5£197
Tue 28/513:00NRT - BKK
1 stop14h 55mChina Eastern
Wed 29/502:10BKK - NRT
1 stop11h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/5£198
Fri 31/517:10HND - BKK
1 stop10h 45mChina Eastern
Mon 3/602:10BKK - HND
1 stop11h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/5£198
Fri 31/508:40HND - BKK
1 stop15h 15mChina Eastern
Tue 4/613:35BKK - HND
1 stop24h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/5£199
Fri 31/517:10HND - BKK
1 stop12h 55mChina Eastern
Mon 3/602:10BKK - HND
1 stop11h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/5£212
Fri 31/517:10HND - BKK
1 stop9h 30mChina Eastern
Tue 4/611:50BKK - HND
1 stop26h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/5£214
Wed 22/510:30NGO - BKK
1 stop13h 25mChina Eastern
Fri 24/502:10BKK - NGO
1 stop11h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/5£225
Wed 22/508:55NGO - BKK
1 stop14h 00mChina Eastern
Sat 25/509:50BKK - NGO
1 stop9h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/5£226

Japan to Thailand 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Japan and Thailand in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 844,321 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from Japan to Thailand in May and June 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Fri 31/513:00NRT - BKK
1 stop14h 10mChina Eastern
Mon 3/602:10BKK - NRT
1 stop16h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/5£196
Tue 28/516:55NRT - BKK
1 stop21h 35mChina Eastern
Wed 29/502:10BKK - NRT
1 stop11h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/5£197
Tue 28/513:00NRT - BKK
1 stop14h 55mChina Eastern
Wed 29/502:10BKK - NRT
1 stop11h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/5£198
Fri 31/508:40HND - BKK
1 stop19h 15mChina Eastern
Tue 4/613:35BKK - HND
1 stop24h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/5£198
Fri 31/508:40HND - BKK
1 stop15h 15mChina Eastern
Tue 4/613:35BKK - HND
1 stop24h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/5£199
Fri 31/517:10HND - BKK
1 stop12h 55mChina Eastern
Mon 3/602:10BKK - HND
1 stop11h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/5£212
Fri 31/517:10HND - BKK
1 stop9h 30mChina Eastern
Tue 4/611:50BKK - HND
1 stop26h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/5£214
Wed 22/510:30NGO - BKK
1 stop13h 25mChina Eastern
Fri 24/502:10BKK - NGO
1 stop11h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/5£225
Wed 22/508:55NGO - BKK
1 stop14h 00mChina Eastern
Sat 25/509:50BKK - NGO
1 stop9h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/5£226

Direct flights to Thailand from Japan

Discover direct flight options from Japan to Thailand. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 844,321 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
For a quicker trip, book one of these direct flights from Japan to Thailand. Users can also choose from other Japan to Thailand flights by using the search form above.
Tue 28/510:50NRT - BKK
Nonstop6h 30mThai Airways
Thu 30/523:50BKK - NRT
Nonstop6h 20mThai Airways
Deal found 15/5£433
Thu 30/500:20HND - BKK
Nonstop6h 30mThai Airways
Tue 4/613:00BKK - HND
Nonstop6h 10mThai Airways
Deal found 15/5£474
Wed 10/700:05HND - BKK
Nonstop6h 30mANA
Mon 22/709:35BKK - HND
Nonstop6h 25mANA
Deal found 15/5£478
Fri 12/710:50HND - BKK
Nonstop6h 40mANA
Mon 15/721:35BKK - HND
Nonstop6h 15mANA
Deal found 16/5£480
Wed 31/710:50HND - BKK
Nonstop6h 40mANA
Tue 6/809:35BKK - HND
Nonstop6h 25mANA
Deal found 16/5£482
Thu 30/500:20HND - BKK
Nonstop6h 30mThai Airways
Tue 4/613:00BKK - HND
Nonstop6h 10mThai Airways
Deal found 15/5£541
Fri 31/518:20NRT - BKK
Nonstop6h 40mJapan Airlines
Tue 4/608:05BKK - NRT
Nonstop6h 10mJapan Airlines
Deal found 15/5£575
Thu 30/501:20HND - BKK
Nonstop6h 30mJapan Airlines
Tue 4/609:45BKK - HND
Nonstop6h 15mJapan Airlines
Deal found 15/5£575
Sun 1/919:10NRT - BKK
Nonstop6h 45mANA
Sun 3/1107:10BKK - NRT
Nonstop5h 55mANA
Deal found 16/5£577

Japan to Thailand flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Japan to Thailand for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 844,321 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Check out these flights departing soon from Japan to Thailand. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.
Wed 22/510:30NGO - BKK
1 stop13h 25mChina Eastern
Fri 24/502:10BKK - NGO
1 stop11h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/5£225
Wed 22/508:55NGO - BKK
1 stop14h 00mChina Eastern
Sat 25/509:50BKK - NGO
1 stop9h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/5£226
Fri 24/502:00HND - BKK
1 stop10h 05mVietJet Air
Mon 27/519:55BKK - HND
1 stop27h 05mVietJet Air
Deal found 16/5£271
Wed 22/502:00HND - BKK
1 stop12h 45mVietJet Air
Mon 27/511:30BKK - HND
1 stop11h 30mVietJet Air
Deal found 16/5£275
Thu 23/502:00HND - BKK
1 stop18h 45mVietJet Air
Wed 29/511:30BKK - HND
1 stop11h 30mVietJet Air
Deal found 16/5£279
Thu 23/502:00HND - BKK
1 stop12h 45mVietJet Air
Mon 27/511:30BKK - HND
1 stop11h 30mVietJet Air
Deal found 16/5£306
Thu 23/502:00HND - BKK
1 stop10h 05mVietJet Air
Fri 31/519:55BKK - HND
1 stop27h 05mVietJet Air
Deal found 16/5£309
Sat 25/516:00NRT - BKK
1 stop10h 35mJeju Air
Sun 26/501:00BKK - NRT
1 stop32h 00mJeju Air
Deal found 16/5£346
Wed 22/502:00HND - BKK
1 stop12h 45mVietJet Air
Sun 26/511:30BKK - HND
1 stop11h 30mVietJet Air
Deal found 16/5£346

One-way flights to Thailand from Japan

Search for one-way flight options from Japan to Thailand. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 844,321 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Japan to Thailand can choose from these deals. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Japan to Thailand instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Wed 29/513:35NRT - BKK
1 stop14h 50mAir China
Deal found 15/5£108
Mon 23/912:10NRT - BKK
Nonstop6h 50mThai AirAsia X
Deal found 15/5£110
Wed 10/708:00NRT - BKK
1 stop17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5£111
Wed 10/709:15NRT - BKK
Nonstop6h 50mThai AirAsia X
Deal found 16/5£112
Mon 23/916:30NRT - BKK
1 stop27h 15mVietJet Air
Deal found 15/5£114
Sun 22/902:00HND - BKK
1 stop18h 45mVietJet Air
Deal found 15/5£117
Sat 7/909:30NRT - BKK
1 stop10h 15mVietJet Air
Deal found 15/5£122
Sun 4/808:15NRT - BKK
1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5£124
Wed 10/711:30HND - BKK
1 stop13h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5£124

Find flights from Japan to Thailand within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Japan to Thailand that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 844,321 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.

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Tokyo NaritaBangkok Suvarnabhumi

NRT - BKK

NRTBKK

Tokyo Narita

Tue 28/5

1 stop11h 00m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Thu 30/5

1 stop20h 25m

£197

Tokyo NaritaBangkok Suvarnabhumi

NRT - BKK

NRTBKK

Tokyo Narita

Thu 27/6

Nonstop6h 50m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 1/7

Nonstop6h 30m

£200

Tokyo NaritaBangkok Suvarnabhumi

NRT - BKK

NRTBKK

Tokyo Narita

Thu 27/6

1 stop10h 40m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 1/7

1 stop12h 45m

£222

Tokyo NaritaBangkok Suvarnabhumi

NRT - BKK

NRTBKK

Tokyo Narita

Fri 14/6

1 stop25h 25m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 24/6

1 stop12h 45m

£226

Tokyo NaritaBangkok Suvarnabhumi

NRT - BKK

NRTBKK

Tokyo Narita

Sun 14/7

1 stop22h 30m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sat 20/7

1 stop16h 00m

£271

Tokyo HanedaBangkok Suvarnabhumi

HND - BKK

HNDBKK

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 17/6

1 stop18h 45m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Thu 20/6

1 stop27h 05m

£327

Tokyo NaritaBangkok Suvarnabhumi

NRT - BKK

NRTBKK

Tokyo Narita

Wed 10/7

1 stop12h 40m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 15/7

1 stop31h 15m

£341

Tokyo HanedaBangkok Suvarnabhumi

HND - BKK

HNDBKK

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 30/5

1 stop17h 40m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Tue 4/6

1 stop23h 09m

£343

Tokyo NaritaBangkok Suvarnabhumi

NRT - BKK

NRTBKK

Tokyo Narita

Sat 13/7

1 stop14h 45m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Thu 25/7

1 stop20h 25m

£346

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Deals found on 15/5

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Reviews of airlines servicing Thailand

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Thailand. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Thailand. Reviews last updated 16 May 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Japan to Thailand, see what other customers have to say about China Eastern, Thai AirAsia X and Shenzhen Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.5
Very Good
1,171 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.1

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight with Delta Airbus is safe, on time and friendly.

8.5
Very Good
1,171 reviews
8.5
Very Good
1,171 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.1

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight with Delta Airbus is safe, on time and friendly.

8.5
Very Good
921 reviews
8.5
Very Good
1,171 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.1

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight with Delta Airbus is safe, on time and friendly.

8.4
Very Good
1,516 reviews
8.5
Very Good
1,171 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.1

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight with Delta Airbus is safe, on time and friendly.

8.4
Very Good
577 reviews
8.5
Very Good
1,171 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.1

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight with Delta Airbus is safe, on time and friendly.

8.3
Very Good
1,472 reviews
8.5
Very Good
1,171 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.1

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight with Delta Airbus is safe, on time and friendly.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Japan to Thailand. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • Can I find flights from Japan to Thailand for under £200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Japan to Thailand for under £200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on China Eastern for just £197, but on average you can expect to pay £234.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Japan to Thailand for under £500 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Japan to Thailand under £500. A good price for a nonstop flight from Japan to Thailand is less than £596.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Japan to Thailand for under £300?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Japan to Thailand within the next 7 days for less than £300.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Japan to Thailand one-way?

    £108 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air China. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Thai AirAsia X and VietJet Air, with prices starting from £110 and £114, respectively.

  • What does NRT to BKK mean?

    NRT and BKK are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. NRT to BKK refers to a flight route from Tokyo Narita Airport to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Phuket City Airport (HKT), Chiang Mai Airport (CNX), Ko Samui Airport (USM), Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport (DMK), Krabi Airport (KBV).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Japan to Thailand that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Japan to Thailand flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Japan to Thailand with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Japan to Thailand flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Japan to Thailand that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Japan to Thailand flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Japan to Thailand?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Japan to Thailand.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Japan to Thailand?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Japan to Thailand by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Japan to Thailand that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Japan to Thailand offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Japan to Thailand?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Japan to Thailand flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Japan to Thailand flight deals updated?

    The Japan to Thailand flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 16/5.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Japan to Thailand

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Thai AirAsiaCheapest£101Average£301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
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Thai AirAsia XCheapest£203Average£271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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