How to Plan a Trip to Bangkok
The complete 2026 guide — flights, hotels, things to do and airport transfers, all in one place. Everything a first-time visitor to Thailand needs.
Fly into
BKK
Country
Thailand
Suggested stay
3–5 days
Base yourself
Chatuchak Weekend Market
Your 4-step Bangkok plan
Step 1 — Book flights to BKK
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is the main gateway to Bangkok. Compare fares across major airlines and OTAs before locking a date.
See flight deals to BKKStep 2 — Pick a neighborhood
Base yourself in Chatuchak Weekend Market for the best first-time visit — Open Sat–Sun only.
Where to stay in BangkokStep 3 — Plan your itinerary
Start with Chatuchak Weekend Market, then build outward. Most first-time visitors need 3-5 days to see the highlights of Bangkok.
Things to do in BangkokBefore you book — visa check
Visa exemption for 60+ nationalities up to 30 days. Extend once at immigration for another 30 days. Check current visa-on-arrival eligibility.
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