Flying from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Beijing: what you need to know
Around 5 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Beijing.
Suvarnabhumi Airport is located in Bangkok. Following the UTC+8 timezone, Beijing is one hour ahead of Bangkok.
The most popular route is from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). You can select from 36 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BKK to PEK is the 00:40 Hainan Airlines option. If you'd rather fly out later on, the last departure is at 23:40 with Thai Airways International.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your BKK to Beijing flight.
Heading away during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Start your trip at BKK and travel straight to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). That will be your arrival point when searching for Suvarnabhumi Airport to Beijing tickets.
A good selection of airlines operate direct flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Beijing. The most well-known include:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from BKK to Beijing. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
Located around 27 kilometres from central Bangkok, BKK can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near BKK. Whether you're taking an early flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Beijing or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Suvarnabhumi Airport, 67.87% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Beijing
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Suvarnabhumi Airport to Beijing flight is R 1,732. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,107. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap flights from BKK to Beijing by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for October. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Suvarnabhumi Airport to Beijing tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is around 31 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Beijing. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PEK instead:
Pick up a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car and discover corners of Beijing that aren't on every traveller's list. Book your wheels with Hertz.
To secure the best deal, book your ride from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from BKK to Beijing. Prices generally rise closer to the day of travel.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Central Beijing is about 56 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX). Once your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Beijing has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near PKX. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your BKK to Beijing flight at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Beijing
Plan your trip to Beijing during high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Beijing in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Book a Suvarnabhumi Airport to Beijing flight ticket with a departure in July to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from BKK to Beijing around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Beijing
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Beijing right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Beijing:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square are must-do's during your Beijing adventure.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Beijing. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Porcelain house, Haihe River and Italian Style Town.
Around 418 kilometres south of Beijing, Tai'an is another favourite stop in China. Start your sightseeing at Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.
