This is NOT an official government website. We are an independent resource providing information and assistance to travelers.
What options do I have for buying a one-way flight to London from Bangkok or Pattaya without a valid debit card?
Jan 20, 2026
3 months ago
Mark *********
ORIGINAL POSTERI'm looking to buy a one way flight to London in May. My debit card has expired so I need to purchase it directly from an agent. Any tips. Bangkok or Pattaya will do. prefer Bangkok.
TLDR : Answer Summary
The user is seeking advice on booking a one-way flight to London in May due to an expired debit card, preferring to purchase directly from a travel agent in Bangkok or Pattaya. Community responses suggest various alternatives such as using virtual cards from banking apps, asking friends to help with the booking, or considering payment options available at travel agencies. Recommendations include contacting specific travel agents, utilizing booking apps like Skyscanner, and methods for cash payments at retail outlets.
Pelle Eriksson★★★★★
Absolutely Bangkok's best service I highly...recently on Facebook
Luca G.★★★★★
I used this agency for my DTV Visa...recently on Google
Trusted Thai Visa Agent
OVER 100,000 EXPATS SERVED
#1 VISA AGENT IN THAILAND
John *********
Go to the person selling the ticket, pay the person, then done.
Phil ******
Book the flight and pay cash in 711 Mark Gadsdon
Gerry ********
Have you heard of Skyscanner?
Just use that to find cheapest flight then buy from wherever it leads you.
Just use that to find cheapest flight then buy from wherever it leads you.
Mpd *******
I paid for my flight with paypal but still need a valid bank card registered on your paypal
Tony **************
You don't know how to pay online with your new card? Someone in the UK can send you pictures of it.
Bill **********
Recently had an issue with a debit card. They sent a new one via DHL in under a week (at their expense)
Sylvia ********
In pattaya on Second road go to Sunny Travel. Been in business over 30 yrs, he can resolve any Travel issues
LJ ***************
Order new and then use virtual
Neil **********
I would never deal with agencies
Sylvia ********
Neil Nicholas travel agency in Pattaya, Sunny online been trading for 30 years I can assure you everything he does is excellent. Take friends who don't have a card, some want to change their tickets etc, always very helpful
Jo **********
Neil Nicholas yes only direct with airlines
Mark *******
Agreed, always go direct with the airlines.
Reply to
Mark *******
Reply
Gary ******************
Just goto the airport and see if they have any spare seats going and book up there,I've known a few lads do that you might even get it a bit cheaper..
George *********
In Lat krabang Community there are quite a few travel agencies alternatively in Don Muang community.
David *********
Through agent to bloody expensive
David *********
Im in south Pattaya from March 17th until April 27th you can give me the cash i can order online for my friend there is s police captain so can do it in front of her or at condo office in front of staff
Sylvia ********
David Fulcher the airline can ask to see the credit card that was used for the booking if different name to the passenger
Reply to
Sylvia ********
Reply
Koda **********
Just download WISE app
Karim ***************
You can book your flight and choose to pay at
****
, with Thai airline booking websites.Cliff *********
A friend or family member can book it for you
Peter **********
expired? order a new card or do you mean the account is empty?
Dave ********
Go to a travel agent.
Steve ******
Ask a mate to book it give them the cash?
Myles *******
Steve Kerr and then at check in they ask to see the card it was booked on☹️
Keith ********
Myles Phago
In my 10 years of travelling I've never been asked to show my bank card! And I've booked for plenty of pals to travel as well.
They've never had a problem!! 🙄
In my 10 years of travelling I've never been asked to show my bank card! And I've booked for plenty of pals to travel as well.
They've never had a problem!! 🙄
Myles *******
Keith Haines congrats
Liam ********
Myles Phago sad case! Get off this platform and try to help people rather than hinder them because of your terrified approach to life
Reply to
Liam ********
Reply
Dave *******
Myles Phago you can still show them virtual card just the same
Liam ********
Myles Phago said no one ever 😂😂😂
Myles *******
Liam Halpin until it happens to them!
Liam ********
Myles Phago Ive flown abroad over 115 times and have never, ever been asked for proof of payment!! Guess you must just look suspicious
Christer *****
Liam Halpin 115 times on somebody else's card?
Liam ********
Christer Bau no you dick, obviously not, but they rarely, if ever, check.
Myles *******
Liam Halpin congrats to u
Liam ********
Myles Phago yep, I’m a legend amongst men
Myles *******
Liam Halpin no you’re a 🔔🔚 who doesn’t want to accept that as it hasn’t happened to you it cant happen. You think I just decided to make it up and lie about something that in reality can and has happened to people?
Liam ********
Myles Phago pathetic excuse for a human. Go and hide under a table just in case there is a nuclear war. Prick
Lynnette *******
Liam Halpin I had to show proof the card holder authorised the use of their card. So you flew using someone's credit card and the airline didn't question it? The fact is, they can ask if your booking shows payment made by person who's not travelliing.
Liam ********
Lynnette Munoz great to hear, so happy that you made it across the border unscathed
Myles *******
Lynnette Munoz my point exactly
Reply to
Myles *******
Reply
Kev ********
Myles Phago I’ve never been asked you could always take a photo of the friend and the bankcard and something signed
Myles *******
@Kev *******
been asked 2-3 times and know others who have. Its obv not that common but within their rights and a PITA if it happens and havent got the card!Reply to
Myles *******
Reply
RedTul******
Not download new card onto Apple Pay and pay online?
Mick ********
Not sure of your status but if you have a Thai bank account look at doing it through Agoda You may even make a saving
Jim *********
Revolut has virtual card
Matthew *********
Almost every bank gives a virtual card
Francis *******
Would go midweek
Peter *******
Can't you buy the ticket using bank app QR code?
Sophie *************
Does your banking app not show your new card details? That could help
Francis *******
You can get thai airways at the airport a bit pricey though
Reply to
Francis *******
Reply
35 comments
4 months ago
32 comments
7 months ago
18 comments
9 months ago
60 comments
a year ago
56 comments
a year ago
12 comments
a year ago
18 comments
a year ago
3 comments
a year ago
78 comments
2 years ago
33 comments
2 years ago
43 comments
2 years ago
34 comments
2 years ago
70 comments
2 years ago
35 comments
3 years ago
30 comments
3 years ago
10 comments
3 years ago
3 comments
3 years ago
47 comments
4 years ago
182 comments
4 years ago
37 comments
4 years ago
37 comments
4 years ago
What should I do if my payment for the Thai visa application at the London Embassy won't go through?
7 comments
4 years ago
23 comments
5 years ago
5 comments
8 years ago
7 comments
a month ago
9 comments
a month ago
21 comments
a month ago
16 comments
a month ago
8 comments
a month ago
The ask:thailand community, consisting of multiple Q/A groups with over 100,000 members, powers this platform. It is not an official government resource. Our members actively contribute to this resource, and while we strive for accuracy, we cannot guarantee its complete reliability. Assistance to travelers is provided as a community service.