$249+ Cheap flights to Asia

Most countries in Asia have very good and economical travel networks due to the well-worn backpacking trails that have been established over time. If you book flights to Asia via Thailand, taxis and tuk-tuks are cheap and ideal for getting around the cities, as are rickshaws which are well established in most Asian countries.  Bangkok city itself has an elevated railway, the BTS Skytrain which is very fast and affordable. The railway network does not cover all of Thailand, but you are able to travel to Malaysia and the Cambodian border, alongside other destinations in Thailand such as Pattaya and Chiang Mai. If you have flights to Asia via China, you will find an excellent network of transportation, including hi-tech fast train options connecting you around China and throughout neighbouring countries. For excellent Asia airfare, India itself has one of the fastest growing aviation networks in the world and an extensive railway network, therefore, if you book cheap flights to Asia via India, you can be sure to access many neighbouring countries and regions of Asia from here.

There are numerous opportunities for sightseeing in Asia. Try the Taj Mahal in India, Cambodia’s Siem Reap, the gateway to the Angkor region and Angkor Wat, the world’s largest religious monument. Visit Hoi An in Vietnam, a UNESCO World Heritage Site or the Forbidden City of Beijing. Thailand’s biggest island Phuket hosts beautiful beaches, Buddhist temples and a number of unique festivals.

It is always a good idea to compare flights to Asia before settling on your destination because prices and durations vary. Flights to Asia can be found from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Bangkok Don Mueang Airport (DMK) with flight times averaging just under 19h and two stopovers in Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) and Phuket City Airport (HKT). You can also book flights to Asia from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) for around 36-37h with two stopovers in Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG) and Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT). Alternatively, you can book cheap flights to Asia from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Airport (DEL) when flying to Asia for around a 23h flight duration with two stopovers in Singapore and Bangkok Suvamabhumi Airport (BKK).

Make sure to check the visa requirements for the country you are planning to visit in Asia. Most southeast Asian countries such as Laos, India, China, Cambodia and Vietnam require a tourist visa for Australian citizens which entitles stays of up to 30 days, except for Thailand which is not required. These can be applied for online for around AU$27. You may also want to review your vaccination history and consider getting a typhoid and hepatitis A shot before travelling, especially in regions with bad sanitation. Rabies vaccines may also be advisable for rural areas. If you are taking in several countries, a multi-currency debit card may be a convenient addition to your travel wallet.

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Asia on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Thai Lion Air is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Asia.

Almaty is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Asia. One-way flights to Almaty typically cost $10, while return flights cost around $14.

A return flight to Asia will typically cost around $300, however they can be found for as little as $98.

For those looking to save time traveling to Asia, Darwin offers the quickest one-way flight (1 hour 20 minutes).

Yes. Those touching down at Incheon Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Yes. Incheon Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Darakhyu Incheon Airport Terminal 2 Capsule Hotel by Walkerhill is the closest property to Incheon Intl (0.0 km away from Incheon Intl).