Travelling from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): what you need to know
Bangkok's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Bangkok six hours ahead of Milan.
Leave plenty of time to make your BGY to BKK flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Orio al Serio International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between BGY and BKK:
Vienna International Airport
Sharjah International Airport
Copenhagen Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Orio al Serio International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight is R 3,868. A round-trip fare right now is R 8,022. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from BGY to BKK. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for a flight from Orio al Serio International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Orio al Serio International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport.
Handy information about Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Orio al Serio International Airport, 67.49% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Orio al Serio International Airport is about 64 kilometres from central Milan. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to BGY? If you're catching an early flight from Orio al Serio International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Reserve a hotel close to BKK if you have a late Orio al Serio International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up 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 leading providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Suvarnabhumi Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Bangkok. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Orio al Serio International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Bangkok. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Orio al Serio International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from BGY to BKK in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
You've done Bangkok, now it's time to discover more of Thailand. Journey around 467 kilometres north-east to Udon Thani to tick off its popular sights. From Nong Prajak Public Park to Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Thailand, consider Chon Buri, about 64 kilometres south-east of Bangkok. Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall are among the biggest draws.