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What are the best airlines for tall travelers flying to Thailand and what are the experiences with cheaper options?

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Nov 8, 2023

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Ben ***********

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Morning all, I've been wanting to visit for some time now, but never have pushed the button.

Im thinking of coming out early next year jan/Feb possibly?

Currently trying to weigh up flight options, and wondering about people experiences with cheaper airlines... (non emirates or BA)

As the prices go from £1k ish down to £5-600 (shenzhen, air China, China Eastern for example) I know some of these are much longer flight times and stopover! 

I'm 6ft4 and eat quite a lot, so need some leg room and half decent food and drink for that lenght of flight! 😂

Thanks in advance x

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A user is seeking advice on flight options to Thailand for an upcoming trip, expressing concerns about comfort due to their height (6'4") and the quality of food on cheaper airlines. The discussion includes experiences shared by other travelers regarding airlines like Thai Airways, Qatar, Turkish Airways, and suggestions for premium economy seating for better legroom. Some participants advise against choosing flights with long layovers, while others emphasize the importance of comfort on long-haul flights, recommending exit row seating and hydration tips during travel.

David *****

Check Seatguru. ANA and JAL have good legroom. Perhaps flying Premium Economy would be better

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Ben ***********

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yes possibly, again it's more of a (potential) money saving angle. The diff between 1200 or 5-600 would go a long way over there :)

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true, but when I have a 10 to 13 hour flight there is something to be said about the comfort. Also the seats are often ahead of the engines making for a quieter ride.

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Ben ***********

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yea tbh the longest flight I've done before is 8-10.

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drink plenty of water. Get up every few hours and walk about the cabin. Do stretches

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James ********

I've travelled with them all and emirates or Turkish Airways have always been the best. Legroom is always the problem so I always book exit seats which gives you loads . My flight this new year's eve was 1000 euro but with the exit seats 4 flights thats including return they were an extra 300 euro all in . its worth every extra penny on long haul for someone thats price range doesn't match business class. I wouldn't bother choosing a flight where there's a long wait over to save money ,it's a long enough trip going direct as it is.

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Sharron *******

I am going to Vancouver, stay two days to relax, then Am. airlines has a direct flight 9 hours to Bangkok.

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Jan *******

Puuuh - your height will be a big problem in economy class in every airline.

i suggest you do your best to get a seat at emergency exits - here you have much more space.

for me direct flights work best. entertainment programs on board are superb - no time to be bored 🙂

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Stuart ***********

I am 6'3 and have flown with different airlines like Qatar changing at Doha and it's a good experience, the legroom is sufficient on these longer flights.

If you are worried about food buy some extra in the departure lounge, there's always sandwiches and crisps.

I quite enjoy splitting the journey, but would not want longer than 3 or 4 hours. Depends where you live I guess, I am from Leeds so it's a chore getting to London for a direct flight.

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Richard **********

Skyscanner have lots of flight options with long and short layovers🛩

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Ben ***********

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yes I am aware. It's more about if any of the super cheap ones are very cheap for a reason other than the time/stop overs and what people's experiences have been with cheaper ones. It's a considerable saving, going from £1200 to £550 for example!

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Ian **********

I just returned to Heathrow with Qatar and it was good, nothing special, had just enough time on a 1hr40 layover in Doha to change, no issues and cheap flights

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Marty *********

I flew through China once. The planes were terrific but the whole experience was off putting. There was an unscheduled stop in China. Long distances to to get to transfer flights with confusing directions from staff. Everyone was nice and doing their job but I have deliberately chosen not to fly through China again.

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Ben ***********

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@Marty ********

thanks marty that's handy to know

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Andy **********

Depends on how long you intend to stay. For a 2 week holiday, do you want 3-4 days of that sitting in airports worrying if the luggage made it or if you make your connection. If it comes down to direct flights, you only have 2 choices, and I choose Thai for the scheduling options.

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@Andy *********

minimum of a month. I do travel quite light tbh, done weeks or months away with just backpack and wheelie carry on size case thingy... Especially when not packing for "winter"

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Graham ******

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3-4 days 555

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Adam *******

Never ever had an issue with Thai air or EVA.. plus both fly direct from London ✌🏼

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Adam *******

Have a look on trip.com who I always use I find them cheaper than directly with the airline, then you can see stopovers if you want to choose a different airline.

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