Key takeaways
- Plan for about ₹51,000 per person on a budget, ₹88,000 mid-range and ₹1.98 lakh premium.
- Delhi–Bangkok non-stop flights take about 4h 10m; low one-way fares for November were around ₹14,000–15,000.
- Indians can stay up to 30 days visa-free; the free Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) is mandatory.
- Pattaya is about 150 km and 2 hours by road from Bangkok, so a 6-day trip needs no domestic flight.
On this page
- Thailand trip cost from Delhi: the full table
- What each line includes
- Flights from Delhi to Bangkok
- Do Delhi travellers need a Thailand visa?
- Recommended 6-day Bangkok and Pattaya plan
- Getting from Bangkok to Pattaya
- Getting around Bangkok and Pattaya
- Best time to visit Thailand from Delhi
- How to cut the Thailand trip cost from Delhi
- Our recommendation
- Sources we checked
Thailand trip cost from Delhi: the full table
All three budgets follow the same plan: 2 nights in Pattaya and 3 nights in Bangkok, with road transfers. The budget plan uses buses and 2–3 star hotels, mid-range uses private transfers and 4-star hotels, and premium uses 5-star hotels and private guided tours.
| Item | Budget | Mid-range | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return flights Delhi–Bangkok (2 people) | ₹44,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹1,10,000 |
| Bangkok–Pattaya transfers (both ways) | ₹2,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹10,000 |
| Stay (5 nights) | ₹14,350 | ₹40,180 | ₹1,14,800 |
| Local transport | ₹4,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹18,000 |
| Food (6 days) | ₹13,776 | ₹24,108 | ₹60,270 |
| Entries and tours | ₹13,202 | ₹21,812 | ₹43,050 |
| Visa (free) and travel insurance | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| Subtotal | ₹92,828 | ₹1,60,100 | ₹3,59,120 |
| 10% buffer | ₹9,283 | ₹16,010 | ₹35,912 |
| Total for two | ₹1,02,111 | ₹1,76,110 | ₹3,95,032 |
| Per person | ₹51,056 | ₹88,055 | ₹1,97,516 |
Shopping is not included. Pratunam, MBK and the night markets are where most Delhi travellers overspend, so keep a separate amount aside.
What each line includes
Entries and tours
Budget (THB 4,600, about ₹13,200): the Grand Palace (THB 500 × 2), a Coral Island (Koh Larn) day trip with lunch and a water activity at about THB 1,000 × 2, and the Alcazar cabaret show at about THB 800 × 2. Prices for Coral Island and Alcazar vary by seller and seat class; we saw roughly THB 800–1,200 for each.
Mid-range (about THB 7,600): the same, plus Safari World with Marine Park. Counter prices are about THB 1,500 per adult, and online tickets are often around THB 1,000.
Premium (about THB 15,000): private guided temple tours, a speedboat island trip from Pattaya, VIP show seats and a Chao Phraya dinner cruise.
Stay
Our planning rates are about THB 1,000 a night for a clean 2–3 star hotel, THB 2,800 for a 4-star and THB 8,000 for a 5-star. Late December and early January can be 40–80% higher in both cities.
| Area | City | Good for | Trade-off |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pratunam | Bangkok | Shopping, Indian food, budget hotels | Traffic; no BTS station at the door |
| Sukhumvit (Nana–Asok) | Bangkok | BTS and MRT access, nightlife | Noisy at night |
| Riverside | Bangkok | Temples, river views, couples | Higher prices |
| Central Pattaya / Beach Road | Pattaya | Walk to beach, Walking Street, piers | Crowded, not quiet |
| Jomtien | Pattaya | Families, calmer beach | Baht bus or Grab into town |
Food
Thailand is easy on a budget: a street-food dish costs THB 40–100, and Indian restaurants in Pratunam, Sukhumvit and Pattaya charge THB 200–400 for a meal. Vegetarians should learn the phrase "mai sai nuea sat" (no meat) and ask for no fish sauce. Our budget line is about THB 400 per person per day, mid-range THB 700 and premium THB 1,750.
Flights from Delhi to Bangkok
Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport has more Bangkok flights than any other Indian city, with non-stop services on IndiGo, Air India, Thai Airways and Thai AirAsia X among others. The flight takes about 4h 10m, and Bangkok is 1h 30m ahead of India.
A route tracker showed the lowest one-way fare on 8 October 2026 at US$148 (about ₹14,250) on IndiGo for 22 November 2026. Our table uses about ₹22,000 per person return for a careful booking and ₹30,000 for good timings and full baggage. Christmas–New Year fares can double.
Most Delhi flights leave late at night and land in Bangkok early in the morning. That saves a hotel night but makes Day 1 tiring, so plan only a light evening. Some low-cost flights use Don Mueang (DMK) rather than Suvarnabhumi (BKK); both work for Pattaya, but check your airport before booking a transfer.
Do Delhi travellers need a Thailand visa?
No, for now. Indian ordinary passport holders can stay up to 30 days visa-free for tourism under the rule in force from 15 September 2026. You must fill in the free Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) within 3 days before arrival, only on the official tdac.immigration.go.th site. Carry a return ticket, a hotel booking and proof of funds in case immigration asks.
Thailand changed its entry rules several times in 2025 and 2026, so check the Royal Thai Embassy site just before you fly. Our Thailand visa for Indians guide lists the documents in full.
Recommended 6-day Bangkok and Pattaya plan
| Day | Plan | Night |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Overnight flight lands early; transfer to Pattaya (about 2h); rest, then a beach evening | Pattaya |
| Day 2 | Coral Island day trip from Bali Hai Pier; Alcazar show at night | Pattaya |
| Day 3 | Morning at Sanctuary of Truth or Nong Nooch; afternoon to Bangkok; night market | Bangkok |
| Day 4 | Grand Palace, Wat Pho and Wat Arun by river ferry | Bangkok |
| Day 5 | Safari World, or shopping in Pratunam and MBK; Chao Phraya cruise at night | Bangkok |
| Day 6 | Fly back to Delhi | — |
Going to Pattaya first means you do not carry shopping bags on the road. For a version with Krabi instead of Pattaya, see our Thailand 6-day itinerary.
Getting from Bangkok to Pattaya
| Option | Time | Cost | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus from Ekkamai (Eastern) terminal | 2h–2h 30m | About THB 145–150 per person | Budget couples, light luggage |
| Bus from Suvarnabhumi airport | About 2h | About THB 130–150 per person | Arriving straight from the flight |
| Grab or private car | 1h 45m–2h 15m | About THB 1,200–1,800 per car | Families, groups of 3–4 |
Getting around Bangkok and Pattaya
In Bangkok, the BTS Skytrain costs THB 17–65 a trip, or THB 150 for a one-day pass. River ferries on the Chao Phraya are the cheapest way to reach the Grand Palace and Wat Arun. In Pattaya, shared baht buses (songthaews) run a loop on Beach Road and Second Road for about THB 10 per person; pay in coins when you get off. Grab works in both cities and is easier with children or bags.
Best time to visit Thailand from Delhi
| Months | Weather | Prices | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| November–February | Coolest and driest | Highest; peak at Christmas–New Year | Best overall |
| March–May | Hot and humid; Songkran mid-April | Medium | Fine for short trips, plan indoor afternoons |
| June–October | Rainy season, short heavy showers | Lowest | Good value; island trips can be cancelled |
For Delhi families, the winter school break (usually the first two weeks of January) and the Diwali week are the busiest and most expensive windows. Late November or February gives the same weather at lower fares.
How to cut the Thailand trip cost from Delhi
- Book midweek flights. Route trackers show midweek fares below weekend fares on Delhi–Bangkok.
- Take the bus to Pattaya. At about THB 150 a seat, two people save more than THB 1,000 each way against a private car.
- Buy the BTS day pass on sightseeing days. At THB 150 it pays for itself after 3–4 rides.
- Use river ferries for the temples. They avoid Bangkok traffic and cost a fraction of a taxi.
- Compare tour prices in Pattaya. Coral Island trips and show tickets bought locally or online are often cheaper than add-ons sold with a Delhi package.
- Eat street food and in Pratunam. A full meal can cost THB 60–100.
- Use only the official TDAC site. The card is free; look-alike sites charge for nothing.
Our recommendation
For most couples and friends' groups from Delhi, 6 days split 2+3 between Pattaya and Bangkok is the right length. With visa-free entry and a 4-hour flight, a careful couple can do it for about ₹1 lakh. If you are deciding between Thailand and Bali, read our Bali vs Thailand guide. To compare costs from the east, see the Thailand trip cost from Kolkata. Delhi travellers wanting a cooler trip closer to home can read Kashmir trip cost from Delhi.
Sources we checked
Checked on 20 October 2026. Official sources win if anything here differs.
- https://newdelhi.thaiembassy.org/en/content/latest-update-on-revision-to-thailand-s-visa-exemp
- https://tdac.immigration.go.th/
- https://www.bts.co.th/
- https://airconnect.live/en/routes/new-delhi-to-bangkok
- https://12go.asia/en/travel/Ekkamai/Pattaya/
- https://www.klook.com/activity/2321-alcazar-cabaret-pattaya/
- https://www.agoda.com/travel-guides/thailand/bangkok/discover-safari-world-bangkok-ticket-prices-tips
Prices checked October 2026. We re-check every 90 days. Spotted something out of date? Write to taazeem@choose4choice.com.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Thailand trip from Delhi cost for two?
For 6 days in Bangkok and Pattaya, about ₹1,02,000 on a budget, ₹1,76,000 mid-range and ₹3,95,000 premium, including a 10% buffer.
Do Indians need a visa for Thailand in 2026?
No visa is needed for tourist stays of up to 30 days under the current rule, but the free TDAC must be filled in within 3 days before arrival. Rules change, so check the embassy site before you fly.
How long is the flight from Delhi to Bangkok?
About 4h 10m non-stop.
Is ₹50,000 enough for a Thailand trip from Delhi?
For one person on a tight budget, about ₹51,000 covers 6 days in our table. Book flights early and use buses to stay within it.
How far is Pattaya from Bangkok?
About 150 km, or 2 hours by road from central Bangkok or Suvarnabhumi airport, depending on traffic.
Is Bangkok or Pattaya better for families?
Do both: Pattaya for the beach and Coral Island, Bangkok for Safari World and the temples. Families should stay in Jomtien rather than central Pattaya.
