How to find cheap flights from Bangkok
$14 is currently the lowest price for a one-way flight from Bangkok. It departs from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.
A return ticket starts at $30.
The cheapest city you can fly into from Bangkok is Nakhon Si Thammarat.
Discover the best value by comparing fares across Bangkok's major airports: Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang Airport (DMK).
Take the stress out of fare hunting by setting up a Price Alert for the flights you're interested in. You'll get an email or a notification through the app when prices drop.
Choose the right time when booking your plane tickets from Bangkok. For domestic flights, try to secure your seats one to three months before departure, while international trips are often best locked in two to six months in advance.
Select 'Add nearby airports' at the start of your search to compare prices across airports in or around your destination. Even if you have a preference, considering a neighboring airport could unlock better flight options or even slash your ticket price.
Happy to let the deals decide your next stop? Set 'Bangkok' as your departure city and choose 'Explore everywhere' as your destination. Then sort by 'Cheapest flights' to find the best fares.
Flying from Bangkok: what you need to know
Bangkok sits in the UTC+7 time zone, with departing flights listed in local time.
Leading airlines flying from Bangkok are listed below, each with one example of an airport they operate from:
Thai AirAsia: Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
Thai Airways: Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Thai LionAir: Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
Know the entry rules before you go if you're travelling to another country. They can differ depending on your passport and travel plans, so always check with reliable sources like your airline or embassy.
Best time to fly from Bangkok
February is usually when flights departing from Bangkok are at their cheapest.
January is generally the busiest month to travel. Peak travel periods like this often bring higher fares.
March is the quietest time to fly out of the city, making cheaper tickets easier to find.
If your plans allow, aim for a midweek departure. Flights from Bangkok usually cost less on Tuesdays and Wednesdays than on weekends.
Where to fly to from Bangkok
Pack your suitcase and head off to Hong Kong, Singapore or Kuala Lumpur. They're the most popular international destinations to visit from Bangkok.
Phuket, Chiang Mai and Koh Samui are favourites if you're thinking about something closer to home.
Want to experience more of the world? When flying from Bangkok, the most visited countries include China, India and Vietnam.
Coming in at around 55 minutes, the shortest flight out of Bangkok will bring you to Sihanoukville.
Leaving from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The majority of flights from Bangkok leave from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport. BKK is around 27 kilometres from the city centre.
It'll take roughly 35 minutes to get there from the centre using public transport. When driving, it's about 35 minutes.
Fly with one of these popular airlines that operate out of Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport:
Staying close to BKK can make the start of your trip a little more relaxed. Here are some nearby hotels to consider if you're jetting out early:
Flying out of Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
Around 21 kilometres from the city centre, Don Mueang Airport (DMK) is another departure point to consider when searching for flight tickets from Bangkok.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the airport in 1 hour 5 minutes or so. The drive takes about 35 minutes.
You can travel to your next destination from DMK with any of these airlines:
If you want to stay close to your boarding gate ahead of your flight from Bangkok, these hotels near Don Mueang Airport have your room waiting: