Flying from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Harbin Airport (HRB): what you need to know
Harbin is one hour ahead of Bangkok and is in the UTC+8 timezone.
Your BKK to HRB flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Harbin Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BKK and HRB:
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport
Nanking / Nanjing Airport
Qingdao Airport
Handy information about Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
74% of flights that depart Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport is about 31 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near BKK. Whether you have an early flight from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Harbin Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Harbin Airport (HRB)
Consider booking a hotel near HRB if you're on a late Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Harbin Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
When to fly to Harbin Airport (HRB)
The quietest month for a flight from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Harbin Airport is March, while April is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Harbin based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Harbin is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Harbin Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BKK to HRB in January. Temperatures average between -27ºC (-17ºF) and -9ºC (16ºF) then.
Explore more of China
You've done Harbin, now it's time to explore other parts of China. Journey about 241 kilometres south-west to Changchun to check off its leading sights. From Changchun Film Studio to Jingyuetan Ski Resort and Zoological and Botanical Garden of Changchun, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 209 kilometres south of Harbin, Jilin is another favourite stop in China. No visit is complete without checking out Lotus Temple, Northeast China Tiger and Leopard National Park and Longtan Mountain.