Flying from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Brussels Airport (BRU): what you need to know
The timezone in Brussels is UTC+1, which is six hours behind Bangkok.
Your BKK to BRU flight won't wait if you're 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 flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Brussels Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between BKK and BRU:
Vienna International Airport
Zurich Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Brussels Airport (BRU)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Suvarnabhumi Airport to Brussels Airport flight is R 4,753. A return ticket is currently R 11,149. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from BKK to BRU. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Brussels Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BKK to BRU by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Brussels Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
67.87% of flights that depart Suvarnabhumi Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Bangkok to Suvarnabhumi Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Brussels Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to BKK:
Arriving at Brussels Airport (BRU)
Reserve a hotel close to BRU if you have a late Suvarnabhumi Airport to Brussels Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Brussels Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar to explore Brussels and beyond.
Booking your ride from Brussels Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels
Brussels Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Brussels. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Brussels Airport (BRU)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Brussels Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Brussels. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Brussels Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Brussels, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BKK to BRU sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Belgium
Charleroi is just one of the many cities in Belgium waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Brussels. Around 48 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Parc Gobbe, Maison Dermine (art déco — 1921) and Parc Ligny.
Liege is another standout destination in Belgium and is around 88 kilometres east of Brussels. No journey is complete without seeing Gare de Liege-Guillemins, Curtius Museum and Montagne de Bueren.