Fly to Bangkok

On flights to Bangkok from Dubai, you will be arriving in one of the most cosmopolitan, contrasting and, above all, compelling of Asian cities. 'The City of Angels' and 'The Land of Smiles' are not just tourism marketing clichés for Bangkok and Thailand. Thais really are among the most thoughtful and friendly people on the planet, evident in the warm greeting that welcomes you wherever you go.

This is why it comes as a shock to many visitors that such a chaotic, traffic-choked city as Bangkok could be home to such serene, sweet-natured people. The 'City of Contradictions' would be a more apt name; but it's the complex nature of Bangkok that makes it so compelling, along with fabulous shopping, fine hotels, superb spas, and fantastic food.

Experience those things – tuk-tuk ride, the shows, Muay Thai (kickboxing) match, Thai massage - that everyone always comes home talking about.



Cultural phenomenon, shopping heaven and tourist treasure, Bangkok is a steamy, pulsating, yet smiling metropolis of more than 10 million. Come find your niche among dazzling temples, hotels of every breed and size, eclectic markets, gleaming palaces, ritzy shopping malls, a famous nightlife and the many things in between.

Enjoy a memorable dinner cruise adrift the Chao Phraya River, which snakes through Bangkok, with the city centre lying to the east of the artery. Bask in the city’s warm, affluent glow at a skyscraping rooftop bar. Shop for traditional handicrafts and chic clothes at shopping malls and the sprawling JJ Markets. Gape at colossal gold Buddhas and glittering chedi (Buddhist shrines) at Bangkok's magnificent wats (temple complexes).

Fly from Dubai

More and more travellers are taking flights to Bangkok from Dubai for business, pleasure or as a stopover on journeys to other destinations. As the fastest-growing city in the world, a visit to Dubai is the chance to see history in the making.

The city boasts dozens of opulent hotels and miles of golden sand to lounge upon, with facilities and attractions to suit the needs of fun-loving families and romantic honeymooners alike, while the shopping, dining and nightlife are first-rate. There are also many traditional attractions, including some fascinating museums and traditional Emirati houses, labyrinthine souks, and boat rides or walks along the breezy Dubai Creek at the heart of the old city.



Plan your itinerary well before leaving on flights to Bangkok from Dubai as there are so many things to do. Explore the bustling gold and spice souks north of the creek in the old city centre of Deira. Take an ‘abra’ boat across the creek and go bargain-hunting in Bur Dubai.

A little further south and you come to Sheikh Zayed Road, a multi-lane highway lined with futuristic skyscrapers, including the iconic Emirates Towers and the soaring Burj Khalifa – the tallest man-mad structure ever built at 828 metres high. At the foot of this giant tower is Dubai Mall, the world’s largest shopping mall. In addition to a plethora of shops and restaurants, you can savour a truly enthralling dancing fountain display and a huge indoor aquarium and ice rink.

Other attractions to see before travelling on flights to Bangkok from Dubai include desert safaris, dining along the beach at Jumeirah Beach Residence, the Arabian souk-themed Madinat Jumeirah, world-class golf courses, aqua parks, nighclubs and skiing on real snow in the Mall of the Emirates.

Bangkok Airport

On your flight to Bangkok from Dubai, you will land in Bangkok International Airport, commonly known as Suvarnabhumi Airport, which means "The Golden Land". Bangkok Airport was completed in September 2006.

Located about 25 kilometres east of downtown Bangkok, the sleek new 24-hour Suvarnabhumi Airport is one of the world's biggest single terminals with plenty of shops, restaurants, and a spa.

Bangkok Airport is the fifth busiest airport in Asia, having handled 40.5 million passengers in 2009. The airport has two parallel runways and two parallel taxiways to accommodate simultaneous departures and arrivals.

Etihad guests can use the stylish and comfortable Royal Orchid Lounge (Diamond First and Pearl Business), located on the third floor of the concourse.

• Airport Code - BKK
• Airport Name - Suvarnabhumi International
• City - Bangkok
• Country - Thailand
• Country Abbrev - TH
• Time Zone - GMT +7
• Telephone +66 2 132 1888

Fly from Dubai via Abu Dhabi airport

As the airport is 20km outside Abu Dhabi, it takes just one hour to reach Dubai. For those taking flights to Dubai on Diamond First or Pearl Business class, a chauffeur-driven limousine will take you to Dubai if requested in advance.

Here is some information on Abu Dhabi airport:

When you leave Abu Dhabi you will travel from Abu Dhabi airport’s Terminal 3, Etihad Airway’s elegant and purpose-built terminal. Our Etihad Diamond First Class and Pearl Business Class lounges offer a world of comfort, style and convenience to our premium passengers.

The airport is the gateway to the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE. Terminal 3 at Abu Dhabi airport was opened in February 2009, increasing the airport's passenger handling capacity from five to 12 million passengers a year.

• Airport Code - AUH
• Airport Name - Abu Dhabi International
• City - Abu Dhabi
• Country - United Arab Emirates
• Country Abbrev - AE
• Time Zone - GMT +4
• Telephone +971 2-5757500