Flying from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): what you need to know
The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7, which is one hour behind Kota Kinabalu.
Leave plenty of time to make your BKI to BKK flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BKI and BKK:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
$89 is the lowest price for a one-way Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. A return flight starts from $182. These fares can change depending on demand.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from BKI to BKK. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BKI to BKK by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Kota Kinabalu International Airport, data shows 73.51% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Kota Kinabalu International Airport from central Kota Kinabalu, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near BKI. Whether you're taking an early flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Consider booking a hotel near BKK if you're on a late Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car and explore Bangkok and beyond with your own set of wheels. Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Suvarnabhumi Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok
From Suvarnabhumi Airport, Bangkok is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
July is the most popular month for flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Bangkok in April.
When reserving your flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Bangkok, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
December has average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BKI to BKK sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Thailand you should also see. About 467 kilometres north-east of Bangkok, a trip to Udon Thani will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
Around 64 kilometres south-east of Bangkok, Chon Buri is another essential stop in Thailand. Experience major highlights starting with Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall.