Flying from Khon Kaen Airport (KKC) to Bangkok: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Khon Kaen Airport to Bangkok is 1 hour 5 minutes.
Khon Kaen (the location of Khon Kaen Airport) and Bangkok follow the same timezone — UTC+7.
With 50 weekly flights between the two airports, Khon Kaen Airport (KKC) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is the most popular route. Thai AirAsia operates the earliest flight at 08:35. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from KKC to DMK is with Thai AirAsia at 20:30.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your KKC to Bangkok flight.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Khon Kaen Airport to Bangkok tickets are available for booking. Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) will be where your journey ends.
Top airlines that operate direct flights from Khon Kaen Airport to Bangkok include:
KKC is around 5 kilometres from central Khon Kaen. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Khon Kaen Airport to Bangkok? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near KKC:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Khon Kaen Airport, data shows 71.34% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Khon Kaen Airport (KKC) to Bangkok
ج.م. 268 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Khon Kaen Airport to Bangkok flight. A return flight ticket starts from ج.م. 735. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Book one month before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from KKC to Bangkok.
Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Khon Kaen Airport to Bangkok tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is around 32 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Khon Kaen Airport to Bangkok, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near BKK:
Pick up a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car and explore Bangkok and beyond with your own wheels. Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz are popular outlets to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from KKC to Bangkok.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Once your flight from Khon Kaen Airport to Bangkok has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Bangkok is roughly 27 kilometres from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 5 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to DMK. Here are a few options where you can check in after your KKC to Bangkok flight:
Forget about public transport schedules or cab lines. Pick up a Don Mueang International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare availability and rates from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from DMK three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bangkok
Visit Bangkok in peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Khon Kaen Airport to Bangkok during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 37ºC. Book your Khon Kaen Airport to Bangkok flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Look for cheap tickets from KKC to Bangkok in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC on average.
More about Bangkok
Start your Bangkok trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Khon Kaen Airport to Bangkok, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Wat Arun and Grand Palace are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Bangkok itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Wat Phra Kaew.
Explore more of Thailand
You've visited Bangkok, now it's time to discover more of Thailand. Journey around 467 kilometres north-east to Udon Thani to tick off its top attractions. From Nong Prajak Public Park to Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 225 kilometres north-east of Bangkok, Nakhon Ratchasima is another essential stop in Thailand. Experience major highlights starting with Art and Culture Centre, Vongchavalitkul University, Wat Pa Salwan (Burapha Chan Chedi) and บ้านสวนเกษตรอินทรีย์ (บ้านสวนในซอย).
