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How much time should I allow before my flight when leaving Thailand?

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Jan 31, 2021

4 years ago

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Has anyone who has left Thailand recently advise if I should allow anymore than 2 hour before flight.  Presuming not as immigration and security should be a breeze at moment.

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Many travelers recommend allowing a minimum of two hours before your flight when leaving Thailand, even if the airport appears to be empty. Although some recent travelers experienced quick processing at immigration and security, check-in can take longer due to paperwork, especially related to COVID-19 entry requirements for other countries. Therefore, it's best to err on the side of caution and give yourself extra time.

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Michael ********

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Thanks all

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Steven ********************

I got there in plenty time to allow for check to verit PCR test, oman MOH app download registration for arrival PCR test etc

All depends on countries entry requirement s

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@Steven *******************

Singapore already done there paperwork online

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@Michael *******

oman requires hard copy prooof also

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Michael ********

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@Steven *******************

yes Singapore needs hard copy for some as well, got all that already printed and in folder

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Brendon ******

I left last Tuesday - no queues at immigration and security, but the check in took a while (checking paperwork for returning to NZ)

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Nick *******

Even if the Airport is empty, should still allow minimum 2 hrs. U never know. 😉

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Tom *****

Best to do it to be safe anyway

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