Flying from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Richmond Airport (RIC): what you need to know
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your BKK to RIC flight.
During popular months such as January, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Richmond Airport (RIC)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Richmond Airport flight is R 10,006. A round-trip fare is currently R 19,165. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from BKK to RIC. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when looking for a flight from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Richmond Airport.
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Handy information about Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Of the flights that depart from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, 74% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport from central Bangkok, it takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
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Arriving at Richmond Airport (RIC)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Richmond Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near RIC instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Richmond Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz and see more of Richmond and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Richmond Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Richmond Airport (RIC) to central Richmond
You'll find RIC at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
Richmond Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Richmond. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It takes roughly 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Richmond Airport (RIC)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Richmond Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Richmond. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Richmond is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Richmond Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BKK to RIC in January. Average temperatures are between -4ºC (25ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
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