Travelling from Bangkok to Senai Airport (JHB): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can take off from in Bangkok. Explore your options departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) when booking your flight from Bangkok to Senai Airport (JHB).
Senai Airport is located in Johor Bahru. The city follows the UTC+8 timezone and is one hour ahead of Bangkok.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Bangkok to JHB.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, aim to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Bangkok to JHB leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Top options include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Penang International Airport (PEN)
The journey from central Bangkok to BKK takes about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Suvarnabhumi Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Bangkok to Senai Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Suvarnabhumi Airport, data shows 67.87% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Consider flying out of Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). You can book a direct Bangkok to Senai Airport (JHB) plane ticket with departures from here.
From DMK, direct flights from Bangkok to JHB can be booked with Thai AirAsia.
Thai AirAsia is the most frequently booked airline flying from DMK to JHB.
With 75.0% of its services landing as planned, Thai AirAsia is the most punctual carrier flying between Don Mueang International Airport and Senai Airport.
DMK is around 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Don Mueang International Airport the day before your Bangkok to JHB flight:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 66.48%.
About Senai Airport (JHB)
Consider booking a hotel near JHB if you're catching a late flight from Bangkok to Senai Airport. Choose one of these options and be in bed sooner:
Hit the road running by picking up a Senai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from ASIA CAR, R&R Rent A Car or Suria car hire and explore beyond Johor Bahru's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Bangkok to Senai Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Senai Airport (JHB) to central Johor Bahru
The centre of Johor Bahru is around 21 kilometres from Senai Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Senai Airport (JHB)
R 956 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Senai Airport. Return flights start at R 1,779. These prices may change depending on demand.
To find cheap flights from Bangkok to JHB, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Bangkok to Senai Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Bangkok to JHB.
Nail down a great price on a flight from Bangkok to Senai Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Bangkok to Senai Airport (JHB)
August is the busiest month for flights from Bangkok to Senai Airport (JHB). Visit Johor Bahru in February for a more low-key escape.
Book a Bangkok to JHB plane ticket departing in April if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Johor Bahru to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January has temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Senai Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Johor Bahru
Start your Johor Bahru trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Bangkok to Senai Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Your trip to Johor Bahru should come with a side of sightseeing. Top attractions that are worth your time include Pasar Malam, Raja Maha Mariamman Temple and Grand Palace Park (Istana Besar).
Explore more of Malaysia
You've seen Johor Bahru, now it's time to explore other parts of Malaysia. Travel about 274 kilometres north-west to Kuala Lumpur to tick off its leading attractions. From PETRONAS Tower 2 to Petronas Twin Towers and Petronas Tower take photo point, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're eager to discover another side of Malaysia, head for Subang Jaya, roughly 274 kilometres north-west of Johor Bahru. Bungy Jump @ Sunway Lagoon, Sunway Pyramid Convention Centre and Masjid Jamek Fastabiqul Khayrat are key reasons to visit.
