A British tourist has been arrested for allegedly punching a fellow plane passenger in a mid-air rampage, forcing the pilot to make an emergency landing.

The Turkey-bound plane from the UK was forces to land at Thessaloniki Airport in Greece after the Brit, 35, began attacking a 41-year-old Turkish passenger.

Greek authorities said the Brit repeatedly punching the Turkish person, who underwent a medical checkup following the alleged attack.

The Brit, who has not been further identified, has been charged with interference of transportation, intentional injury, disobedience to orders and public disturbance.

He is expected to appear in court soon.