Flying from Bangkok to Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can start your journey from in Bangkok. Check out your options departing from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) or Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) when booking your flight from Bangkok to Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC).
The average time for a direct Bangkok to Phu Quoc International Airport flight is 1 hour 20 minutes.
Phu Quoc International Airport is located in Phu Quoc. The city's timezone is UTC+7 — the same as Bangkok.
Take your pick of 9 direct flights each week between Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) and Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC). This is the busiest route, with Thai Vietjet Air offering a 9:25am departure from BKK to PQC.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Bangkok to PQC. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like February and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Bangkok to Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC) depart from this terminal.
Book your direct flight from Bangkok to Phu Quoc International Airport with Thai Vietjet Air. This popular carrier operates departures from BKK.
Thai VietJet Air is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from BKK to PQC.
BKK is around 31 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Bangkok to Phu Quoc International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
When it comes to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73% of flights complete their journey on time.
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Consider beginning your travels from Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). You can book a direct Bangkok to Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC) plane ticket from this hub.
Thai AirAsia has direct flights from Bangkok to PQC leaving from DMK. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and arrive at your destination in one go.
On the DMK to PQC route, Thai AirAsia is the go-to airline for most travellers.
Flights between Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport and Phu Quoc International Airport are more likely to arrive on time with Thai AirAsia than with any other carrier.
You can reach DMK from central Bangkok in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to travel the 24 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport the day before your Bangkok to PQC flight:
60% of flights out of Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Bangkok to Phu Quoc International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near PQC instead:
Getting from Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC) to central Phu Quoc
Phu Quoc International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Phu Quoc. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC)
$65 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Phu Quoc International Airport. A return flight starts from $121. These prices can change depending on availability.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Bangkok to PQC by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The best month for picking up cheap Bangkok to Phu Quoc International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding your trip dates. December is the quietest month to go to Phu Quoc. February is when most people book flights from Bangkok to Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Book a Bangkok to PQC plane ticket departing in May if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Phu Quoc to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January has temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Phu Quoc International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Phu Quoc
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Phu Quoc right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Bangkok to Phu Quoc International Airport:
Starfish Beach and Phu Quoc Beach are just two of the major attractions to put on your Phu Quoc to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Vườn Quốc Gia Phú Quốc.
Explore more of Vietnam
Can Tho is just one of the many cities in Vietnam waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Phu Quoc. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Cai Rang Floating Market, Chợ nổi and Chợ Nổi Cái Răng.
Your travels through Vietnam wouldn't feel complete without exploring Can Giuoc. Can-Giuoc Cao Dai Temple is one of the highlights in this destination, which is around 290 kilometres east of Phu Quoc.