Flying from Beijing to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Beijing to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Daxing International Airport (PKX) are Beijing's main airports.
5 hours 10 minutes is the average duration of a direct Beijing to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight.
Bangkok is one hour behind Beijing. Suvarnabhumi Airport is located in Bangkok, which runs on the UTC+7 timezone.
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is the most popular route. There are 36 direct departures a week to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with Air China at 8:05pm. Opt for the first PEK to BKK departure with Thai Airways International at 6:50am if you'd rather get a move on.
Your flight from Beijing to BKK won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
In high season, allow for extended wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Beijing to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) can be booked from this terminal.
Choose from a variety of carriers offering direct flights from Beijing to Suvarnabhumi Airport departing from PEK. Book your seat with one of these:
Most travellers prefer to book seats with Hainan Airlines between PEK and BKK.
Hainan Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Beijing to BKK departing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
PEK is about 31 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Beijing Capital International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Beijing to Suvarnabhumi Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Of all flights departing from Beijing Capital International Airport, 79.67% arrive on time at their destination.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Think about kicking off your trip from Daxing International Airport (PKX). You can book a direct Beijing to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) plane ticket from this popular hub.
Thai Vietjet Air has direct flights from Beijing to BKK leaving from PKX. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and reach your destination in a single stretch.
Thai Vietjet Air is the go-to airline for bookings on the PKX to BKK route.
China Eastern Airlines has the strongest on-time record of any carrier operating flights between Daxing International Airport and Suvarnabhumi Airport.
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from Beijing to Suvarnabhumi Airport. Check out these connections between Daxing International Airport and BKK:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
Depending on traffic, you can drive to PKX from central Beijing in about 1 hour 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Daxing International Airport the day before your Beijing to BKK flight:
The majority of flights that depart Daxing International Airport land at their destination on schedule. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 88.83%.
About Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Have a late flight from Beijing to Suvarnabhumi Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near BKK and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Travel at your own pace with a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and chase adventure across Bangkok and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Beijing to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight.
Getting from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok
Central Bangkok is around 27 kilometres from Suvarnabhumi Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Currently, R 1,786 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Suvarnabhumi Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,302. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Beijing to BKK if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Beijing to Suvarnabhumi Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Beijing to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Beijing to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). July is the busiest month to visit Bangkok. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in April.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your Beijing to BKK plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Beijing to Suvarnabhumi Airport in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
More about Bangkok
After booking your flight from Beijing to Suvarnabhumi Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bangkok:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew and The Royal Place 2 are must-do's during your Bangkok adventure.
Explore more of Thailand
Nakhon Ratchasima is just one of the many places in Thailand waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Bangkok. Around 209 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Night Safari Korat, Saveone Night Market and Butterfly Park.
Rayong is another must-experience destination in Thailand and is around 129 kilometres south-east of Bangkok. No journey is complete without visiting Saeng Chan Beach, Mae Rumphueng Beach and Mae Ramphueng Beach.