Travelling from Bangkok to Lampang Airport (LPT): What you need to know
Start your journey at one of Bangkok's main airports, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) or Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). Check out your options for booking a flight from Bangkok to Lampang Airport (LPT) jetting off from either of these.
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 35 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Bangkok to Lampang Airport flight.
Lampang's timezone is UTC+7, which is the same as Bangkok. Lampang Airport is located in Lampang.
You can pick from 7 direct flights a week between Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) and Lampang Airport (LPT). This is the most popular route, with Bangkok Airways offering a 8:10am departure from BKK to LPT.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Bangkok to LPT. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like February. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Go straight to your destination from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK). Direct flights from Bangkok to Lampang Airport (LPT) operate from here.
When departing from BKK, you can catch a direct flight from Bangkok to Lampang Airport with Bangkok Airways.
The top choice among passengers flying between BKK and LPT is Bangkok Airways.
Bangkok Airways takes the lead in punctuality. A dependable 88.43% of its departures on this route complete the journey on schedule.
BKK is about 31 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bangkok to Lampang Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
Of the departures from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport, 73% touch down on time at their destination.
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Consider beginning your travels from Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). You can book a direct Bangkok to Lampang Airport (LPT) plane ticket with departures from here.
Thai AirAsia has direct flights from Bangkok to LPT out of DMK. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and arrive at your destination without any detours.
On the DMK to LPT route, Thai AirAsia is the favourite choice for most passengers.
With 67.57% of its services arriving as planned, Thai AirAsia is the top on-time carrier flying between Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport and Lampang Airport.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in about 1 hour 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport the day before your Bangkok to LPT flight:
60% of all departures from Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Lampang Airport (LPT)
Have a late flight from Bangkok to Lampang Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near LPT and get cosy, quick:
Getting from Lampang Airport (LPT) to central Lampang
Lampang Airport to the centre of Lampang is about 2 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a taxi, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Lampang Airport (LPT)
At the moment, R 777 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Lampang Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,535. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Bangkok to LPT. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Cheap Bangkok to Lampang Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Lampang Airport (LPT)
April is the quietest month for flights from Bangkok to Lampang Airport (LPT), while January is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Lampang based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Bangkok to LPT plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. April is the warmest month in Lampang, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Lampang Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
More about Lampang
Once you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Lampang Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Lampang:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Wat Chiang Rai, Wat Phra Kaew Don Tao Suchadaram and Wat Chai Mongkhon are essential stops on your Lampang itinerary.
Explore more of Thailand
Phitsanulok is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Lampang. Around 177 kilometres away to the southeast, its best attractions include Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat, Phra Si Ratana Temple (Wat Yai) and Wat Ratcha Burada Temple.
Around 290 kilometres south of Lampang, Nakhon Sawan is another favourite stop in Thailand. Start your sightseeing at Bueng Boraphet, Bung Boraphet and Wat Hat Sai Ngam.