Cheap flights from Saint Paul, MN to Thailand from $620

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 5/5. 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.
MSP — BKK
Apr 30 — May 71

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

To save up to 7% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 57 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Saint Paul to Thailand from $1,573 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $1,663 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Saint Paul to Thailand?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, April can be a great choice for travel to Thailand. Flights to Thailand from Saint Paul in April are about $1,760 on average during April, but can be found for as low as $1,225.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Saint Paul to Thailand (SA1 - TH)?

When flying from Saint Paul to Thailand, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap China Eastern flights from Saint Paul to Thailand

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by China Eastern for the route between Saint Paul 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 3,068,701 searches. Data last updated April 25, 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced China Eastern flights we've found from Saint Paul to Thailand. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Tue 5/79:00 amMSP - BKK
2 stops31h 05mChina Eastern
Mon 5/202:10 amBKK - MSP
2 stops28h 51mChina Eastern
Deal found 4/24$1,506
Mon 5/139:00 amMSP - BKK
2 stops31h 05mChina Eastern
Mon 5/201:35 pmBKK - MSP
2 stops41h 26mChina Eastern
Deal found 4/24$1,690
Sat 5/259:00 amMSP - HKT
2 stops44h 30mChina Eastern
Wed 5/2912:05 amHKT - MSP
2 stops30h 56mChina Eastern
Deal found 4/24$2,351

Cheap Qatar Airways flights from Saint Paul to Thailand

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qatar Airways for the route between Saint Paul 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 3,068,701 searches. Data last updated April 25, 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Qatar Airways flights we've found at this time heading from Saint Paul to Thailand. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Tue 10/16:00 pmMSP - BKK
2 stops48h 10mQatar Airways
Wed 10/302:10 amBKK - MSP
2 stops50h 26mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/25$1,383
Tue 5/75:00 amMSP - BKK
2 stops37h 10mQatar Airways
Tue 6/48:00 pmBKK - MSP
2 stops49h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/24$1,416
Mon 5/62:40 pmMSP - BKK
2 stops27h 30mQatar Airways
Tue 5/219:45 amBKK - MSP
2 stops65h 49mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/25$1,419
Tue 5/77:09 pmMSP - BKK
2 stops30h 01mQatar Airways
Tue 5/219:45 amBKK - MSP
2 stops44h 34mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/25$1,446
Sun 9/14:06 pmMSP - BKK
2 stops26h 59mQatar Airways
Sun 9/292:30 amBKK - MSP
2 stops50h 31mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/24$1,518
Mon 5/62:40 pmMSP - BKK
2 stops28h 25mQatar Airways
Mon 5/139:45 amBKK - MSP
2 stops48h 36mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/24$1,519
Tue 5/75:00 amMSP - BKK
2 stops37h 10mQatar Airways
Tue 5/219:05 amBKK - MSP
2 stops61h 47mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/24$1,584
Fri 10/187:15 pmMSP - BKK
2 stops29h 30mQatar Airways
Fri 11/12:10 amBKK - MSP
2 stops51h 26mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/25$1,606
Wed 5/16:55 pmMSP - BKK
2 stops47h 15mQatar Airways
Mon 5/139:05 amBKK - MSP
2 stops49h 16mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/24$1,700

Cheap Saint Paul to Thailand flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Saint Paul to Thailand specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,701 searches. Prices were last updated on April 25, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Saint Paul to Thailand in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Sun 4/288:40 pmMSP - BKK
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/1912:20 pmBKK - MSP
2 stops41h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,166
Sun 4/288:40 pmMSP - BKK
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/124:45 pmBKK - MSP
2 stops38h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,241
Mon 5/62:40 pmMSP - BKK
2 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/201:35 amBKK - MSP
2 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,242
Fri 5/107:15 amMSP - BKK
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/231:35 amBKK - MSP
2 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$1,275
Sat 5/46:00 amMSP - BKK
2 stops29h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/132:00 amBKK - MSP
2 stops27h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,290
Sun 4/288:50 pmMSP - BKK
2 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1011:15 pmBKK - MSP
2 stops29h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,318
Sun 4/287:05 amMSP - BKK
3 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1011:15 pmBKK - MSP
2 stops29h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,329
Mon 5/272:00 pmMSP - BKK
3 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/61:30 pmBKK - MSP
2 stops28h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,366
Thu 5/92:45 pmMSP - BKK
2 stops32h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/251:35 amBKK - MSP
2 stops34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,383

Saint Paul to Thailand 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Saint Paul and Thailand in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,701 searches. Data last updated April 25, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Saint Paul to Thailand in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Mon 11/47:00 amMSP - HKT
2 stops47h 20mSingapore Airlines
Mon 11/116:00 pmHKT - MSP
2 stops42h 58mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,027
Mon 9/307:59 pmMSP - BKK
2 stops25h 46mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/105:30 pmBKK - MSP
2 stops31h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$1,083
Mon 11/47:00 amMSP - HKT
2 stops47h 20mSingapore Airlines
Mon 11/113:05 pmHKT - MSP
2 stops45h 53mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,106
Wed 9/251:00 pmMSP - BKK
2 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/233:15 pmBKK - MSP
2 stops40h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,108
Mon 9/302:47 pmMSP - BKK
2 stops32h 28mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/91:35 amBKK - MSP
2 stops27h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$1,109
Tue 9/105:20 pmMSP - BKK
2 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/105:30 pmBKK - MSP
2 stops31h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,110
Wed 9/251:00 pmMSP - BKK
2 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/202:15 amBKK - MSP
2 stops34h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,119
Sun 9/14:00 pmMSP - BKK
2 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/291:35 amBKK - MSP
2 stops27h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,121
Tue 10/810:00 amMSP - CNX
2 stops36h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/2611:45 amCNX - MSP
2 stops48h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,135

Saint Paul to Thailand flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Saint Paul 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 3,068,701 searches. Data last updated April 25, 2024.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from Saint Paul to Thailand. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
Sat 5/46:00 amMSP - BKK
2 stops29h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/132:00 amBKK - MSP
2 stops27h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,290
Wed 5/18:30 amMSP - BKK
2 stops26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/21:30 pmBKK - MSP
2 stops28h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,387
Wed 5/18:30 amMSP - BKK
2 stops26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/26:35 pmBKK - MSP
3 stops40h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,532
Sat 5/47:15 pmMSP - BKK
2 stops31h 15mChina Southern
Tue 5/147:00 pmBKK - MSP
2 stops47h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 4/24$1,555
Wed 5/12:48 pmMSP - BKK
2 stops41h 12mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/153:30 pmBKK - MSP
2 stops26h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,646
Wed 5/18:30 amMSP - BKK
2 stops26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/112:05 amBKK - MSP
2 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,649
Wed 5/16:55 pmMSP - BKK
2 stops47h 15mQatar Airways
Mon 5/139:05 amBKK - MSP
2 stops49h 16mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/24$1,700
Wed 5/12:48 pmMSP - BKK
2 stops41h 12mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/133:30 pmBKK - MSP
2 stops26h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,731
Wed 5/12:48 pmMSP - BKK
2 stops41h 12mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/93:30 pmBKK - MSP
2 stops32h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,801

One-way flights to Thailand from Saint Paul

Search for one-way flight options from Saint Paul 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 3,068,701 searches. Data last updated April 25, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from Saint Paul to Thailand can select one of these great deals. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Saint Paul to Thailand instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Sun 5/56:45 amMSP - DMK
3 stops57h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$620
Wed 9/187:00 pmMSP - CNX
2 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$639
Fri 8/237:59 pmMSP - BKK
2 stops28h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$650
Thu 5/211:13 amMSP - BKK
2 stops24h 37mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/23$663
Sun 5/56:45 amMSP - BKK
3 stops60h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$667
Thu 5/96:45 amMSP - DMK
3 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$675
Sat 5/113:05 pmMSP - BKK
3 stops57h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$687
Sat 5/113:05 pmMSP - DMK
3 stops54h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$688
Thu 8/13:07 pmMSP - BKK
2 stops43h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$712

Find flights from Saint Paul to Thailand within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Saint Paul 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 3,068,701 searches. Data last updated April 25, 2024.

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$1,083 - $2,138

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Minneapolis St PaulBangkok Suvarnabhumi

MSP - BKK

MSPBKK

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 9/30

2 stops25h 46m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Thu 10/10

2 stops31h 53m

$1,083

Minneapolis St PaulBangkok Suvarnabhumi

MSP - BKK

MSPBKK

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 9/25

2 stops34h 10m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Wed 10/23

2 stops40h 40m

$1,108

Minneapolis St PaulBangkok Suvarnabhumi

MSP - BKK

MSPBKK

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 10/1

2 stops48h 10m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Wed 10/30

2 stops50h 26m

$1,383

Minneapolis St PaulBangkok Suvarnabhumi

MSP - BKK

MSPBKK

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 5/7

2 stops31h 05m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 5/20

2 stops28h 51m

$1,506

Minneapolis St PaulBangkok Suvarnabhumi

MSP - BKK

MSPBKK

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 9/25

1 stop24h 10m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Thu 11/21

1 stop19h 30m

$1,693

Minneapolis St PaulBangkok Suvarnabhumi

MSP - BKK

MSPBKK

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 9/25

3 stops32h 35m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Thu 11/21

2 stops24h 36m

$1,712

Minneapolis St PaulChiang Mai

MSP - CNX

MSPCNX

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 9/7

1 stop22h 30m

Chiang Mai

Mon 10/7

1 stop30h 40m

$1,867

Minneapolis St PaulPhuket City

MSP - HKT

MSPHKT

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 5/25

2 stops37h 00m

Phuket City

Thu 5/30

2 stops32h 25m

$1,922

Minneapolis St PaulPhuket City

MSP - HKT

MSPHKT

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 8/2

2 stops31h 00m

Phuket City

Wed 8/14

2 stops26h 59m

$2,138

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Deals found on 4/23

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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 April 25, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Saint Paul to Thailand, such as China Eastern, Qatar Airways and KLM. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.5
Very good
1,188 reviews

Overall

8.5

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

if you can put more multiples language agents in air service especially Chinese or French ,the customer who speaks those languages will be much happier than now

8.5
Very good
1,188 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,188 reviews

Overall

8.5

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

if you can put more multiples language agents in air service especially Chinese or French ,the customer who speaks those languages will be much happier than now

8.5
Very good
950 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,188 reviews

Overall

8.5

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

if you can put more multiples language agents in air service especially Chinese or French ,the customer who speaks those languages will be much happier than now

8.3
Very good
1,479 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,188 reviews

Overall

8.5

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

if you can put more multiples language agents in air service especially Chinese or French ,the customer who speaks those languages will be much happier than now

8.1
Very good
10,975 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,188 reviews

Overall

8.5

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

if you can put more multiples language agents in air service especially Chinese or French ,the customer who speaks those languages will be much happier than now

7.8
Good
1,133 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,188 reviews

Overall

8.5

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

if you can put more multiples language agents in air service especially Chinese or French ,the customer who speaks those languages will be much happier than now

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  • Can I find flights from Saint Paul to Thailand for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Saint Paul to Thailand for under $1,100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $1,083, but on average you can expect to pay $1,151.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Saint Paul to Thailand for under $1,300?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Saint Paul to Thailand within the next 7 days for less than $1,300.

  • What are the most popular routes from Saint Paul to Thailand?

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  • What does MSP to BKK mean?

    Minneapolis St Paul Airport is MSP and Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport is BKK. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. 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 Saint Paul to Thailand that include extra baggage allowance?

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

    Many airlines flying from Saint Paul 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.

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    The Saint Paul to Thailand flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/25.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Saint Paul to Thailand

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$969Average$1,178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China EasternCheapest$1,037Average$1,092FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,111Average$1,297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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LufthansaCheapest$1,232Average$1,637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,304Average$1,723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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FinnairCheapest$1,374Average$1,657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,375Average$1,653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,421Average$2,102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Korean AirCheapest$1,613Average$2,180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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DeltaCheapest$1,640Average$2,166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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