Five star Skytrax airline Hainan Airlines is currently offering discounted economy class tickets from Europe to Bangkok. Economy class fares include a 23 kg checked bag and full onboard service. Economy class tickets start at €568. Departure dates are available from Brussels between August 2026 and March 2027, from Manchester between September 2026 and March 2027 (excluding February), and from Milan in September, November, and December 2026.
You can book flights with this offer to Bangkok from the following airports:
- Manchester at €568 (~£489)
- Brussels at €569
- Milan Malpensa at €583
From Brussels you can also find flights to Kuala Lumpur with a long layover and to Phuket with a long layover and a overnight stay bellow €600.
Our availability calendar highlights all possible flight dates at the lowest price for trips up to 28 days. It will forward you to Trip.com with your selected flight dates.
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The long-haul flights from Brussels to China are operated by Boeing 787 aircraft, featuring a 3-3-3 configuration in economy class. The cabin offers amenities such as personal screens as well as AC and USB-A power outlets. After arriving in China, you will continue to Bangkok on a Hainan Airlines flight.
Most European citizens can enter Thailand visa-free for up to 30 days when traveling for touristic purposes.
Until December 2026, citizens of 35 countries in Europe, including British nationals, may enter China for 30 days without applying for a visa
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According to the fare rules, this fare doesn’t have an expiration date. There is no minimum stay requirement to score this price. Departure dates are available from Brussels between August 2026 and March 2027, from Manchester between September 2026 and March 2027 (excluding February), and from Milan in September, November, and December 2026.
Google Flights previews available flight dates reliably. We recommend buying tickets directly from the airline, but booking with Trip.com can be an easier experience, in particular with multi-city bookings.
Why is booking with an airline better than with an online travel agency?
More often than not, online travel agencies offer lower fares than airlines do. We still recommend booking with the airlines directly. There are two main reasons for that:
Better Customer Service
In case any problems like delays, cancellations or missed connections arise, you can communicate directly with the airline. The airline has to take care of you because you have a contract with them.
If a travel agency issues your ticket, you may have to reach out to them first. You also depend on your OTA to forward information like flight changes instead of receiving them directly from the airline. In many cases, you may get a prime exhibition of responsibility shifting rather than problem-solving.
This especially applies to premium tickets. You don’t want to spend more than €1,000 to wind up with some budget OTA’s telephone hotline in case anything goes wrong.
Baggage and Other Fees
Economy fares not including hold luggage are industry standard by now. In most cases, travel agencies charge much higher baggage fees than the airlines themselves. If bags are not included in your fare, airlines are often the cheaper alternative.
This also applies to other things like food services, insurances or priority treatment. In almost all cases, you pay less for additional amenities when booking on the airlines’ website.
Editor’s Note: It’s a reasonable price considering it’s a 5‑star Skytrax airline with luggage included in economy class. My recommendation is that, even if you’re not actually visiting China, you should get an eSIM for China for your layover and have Alipay installed on your phone so you can pay at vending machines.
Miles & Points
In economy class, the airline issues the long flights in booking class A, the shorter trips from Beijing to Bangkok in booking class X. You can earn the following miles and points from Manchester to Bangkok:
- 1,236 Award Miles on Etihad Guest
- 1,030 Miles on Alaska/Hawaiian Atmos Rewards
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Information & Tips for Bangkok
Bangkok is known for its vibrant street life, cultural landmarks, and bustling markets. Key sights include the Grand Palace, Wat Pho, and the lively Khao San Road. The local currency is the Thai baht (THB), and while credit cards are widely accepted in hotels and large stores, cash is preferred for smaller vendors. The city is relatively affordable, with street food and public transport offering great value. Bangkok has a tropical climate, with hot and humid weather year-round, a rainy season from May to October, and cooler, more comfortable temperatures from November to February.
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