Question 1

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Bangkok?

Accepted Answer

In the past two weeks, users have booked deals to Bangkok for $15/person, which is 96% cheaper than the average flight to Bangkok. To find the cheapest price to Bangkok from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

Question 2

What is the cheapest month to fly to Bangkok?

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The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Bangkok from Australia, with most prices found around $678. The month of August is another great option to travel to Bangkok, with average flight prices from Australia averaging around $689.

Question 3

How far in advance should I book a flight to Bangkok?

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Most flyers found that booking tickets 60 days in advance of their planned departure date is the best time to get cheap flights to Bangkok. During this timeframe, flight prices are around $801. However, in the past 72 hours, people saw flights from Australia for as low as $249.

Question 4

What is there to do in Bangkok when it’s raining?

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Users planning a flight to Bangkok during the months of May, June, or July should anticipate rain. There are still things to do in Bangkok even when it's raining, though. Shopping centres like Centralworld are very popular destinations for those visiting the Bangkok area. Centralworld is a great place to go if you’re looking to spend some time inside.

Question 5

Is there an alternative airport near Bangkok?

Accepted Answer

Those flying to Bangkok could potentially find better pricing at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (25 km from Bangkok city centre), Rayong Utapao Rayong Pattaya Airport (130 km from Bangkok city centre) or Hua Hin Airport (140 km from Bangkok city centre), depending on the month and departure airport.

Question 6

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Bangkok?

Accepted Answer

Prices vary based on where travellers are departing from, but on average, the cheapest airport to fly to in Bangkok is Rayong Utapao Rayong Pattaya Airport where the average price is $358pp. Users typically find the best prices when using momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

Question 7

What passport or visa requirements are there when visiting Bangkok?

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If you have an Australian passport and are travelling to Thailand as a tourist for less than 30 days, you do not need to obtain a visa. If you are planning to stay for longer than this, or for business, study or volunteer purposes, you will need to obtain a visa. Applications can be submitted in person or by mail to the Thai Embassy in Canberra.

Question 8

What can you see and do in Bangkok?

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Bangkok is one of the world’s top holiday destinations, whether you are planning to embark on a food tour or explore the unforgettable attractions and street life. If you are spending time in the Thai capital, Bangkok’s incredible temples are a must-visit. The Grand Palace is the former royal residence and seat of government; Wat Pho hosts the world’s largest reclining Buddha, which is covered in gold leaf; while iconic Wat Arun, also known as the Temple of Dawn, is located on the banks of the Chao Phraya River. Learn more about Thai culture and history with a visit to the National Museum in Bangkok, which showcases items ranging from ancient sculptures to royal carriages. Bangkok is also home to dozens of markets, from fresh food markets to its famous floating markets. The sprawling Chatuchak Weekend Market boasts thousands of stalls, while Bangkok’s night markets are great for snapping up a bargain. If you prefer to shop in air-conditioned comfort, Bangkok’s shopping malls are world renowned. At the end of the day, spend the night partying on Khao San Road or enjoy a drink at a chic rooftop bar.

Question 9

How long does it take to fly to Bangkok?

Accepted Answer

If you’re planning a trip to Bangkok, Thailand, from Australia, your flight will generally take between 13 and 35 hours, depending on your city of departure, the number of stopovers and their duration. Flights departing from Melbourne and Sydney to Suvarnabhumi Airport, Bangkok, take approximately between 13 and 30 hours. Flights departing from Brisbane take about 15 to 30 hours, while the journey from Adelaide and Perth will take around 20 to 35 hours.

Question 10

Where can you fly directly into Bangkok from?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, there are currently no direct flights from Australia to Suvarnabhumi Airport, Bangkok. Travellers departing from Melbourne Airport or Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport commonly have a stopover in Singapore. Passengers travelling from other Australian capitals, including Adelaide and Perth, will have at least two stopovers, often in Jakarta or Singapore, depending on your Bangkok flight deal. If you are flying from Brisbane, it may be easier to take an interstate flight to Melbourne or Sydney before travelling on to Bangkok.

Question 11

How do you get to the city centre from the Bangkok airport?

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The Bangkok city centre is located west of Suvarnabhumi Airport, and there are a number of ways to get there. The Bangkok Airport Rail Link service generally takes between 70 and 120 minutes to arrive at Phaya Thai station. Tickets can be purchased at the ticket office in the airport, and the service departs every 10 minutes or so during peak hours. Travellers can also take a public bus to downtown Bangkok; simply board the free shuttle bus to the bus terminal and select from one of ten bus lines, depending on your destination. If you prefer to take a taxi into Bangkok, the public taxi stand is located outside the ground level of the terminal. Take a ticket from the taxi queue machine and proceed to the corresponding lane number.

Question 12

Which airlines fly to Bangkok?

Accepted Answer

When flying to Bangkok from Australia, momondo travellers will most often fly with one of these popular airlines: Thai Airways, Scoot, Malaysia Airlines or Qantas Airways. Depending on what airport in Australia you fly from, you may be able to find flights with any of these popular airlines.

CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO BANGKOK FROM SYDNEY	May	15% cheaper	Flying from Sydney to Bangkok costs on average just $678 in May
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO BANGKOK FROM SYDNEY	December	67% more expensive	It costs about $1,337 for flights to Bangkok from Sydney in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO BANGKOK FROM SYDNEY	December	641% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Bangkok from Sydney in December than any other month

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