Travelling from Bangkok to Paris: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Bangkok to Paris. Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are the main airports in Bangkok.
Paris has a good selection of airports you can jet into. Touch down at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) or Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA).
Jump on a direct Bangkok to Paris flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 12 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Paris is UTC+1, which is six hours behind Bangkok.
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 18 departures a week to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Bangkok to Paris is with Air France at 11:35. Go for the first BKK to CDG departure operated by Thai Airways International at 00:05 to make the most of your arrival in Paris.
Leave enough time to get on your Bangkok to Paris flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Paris
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The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Bangkok to Paris is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Flying from Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
If you're after a direct flight from Bangkok to Paris, you can depart from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Get from BKK to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) in one continuous trip.
Choose from a variety of airlines that offer direct Bangkok to Paris plane tickets out of BKK. Book your seat with one of these:
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing Bangkok to Paris flights leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 27 kilometres from central Bangkok, BKK can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Suvarnabhumi Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Bangkok to Paris or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
When it comes to Suvarnabhumi Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.87% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your Bangkok to Paris flight, browse these options when departing from Don Mueang International Airport:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
DMK is about 23 kilometres from central Bangkok. It'll take you 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Bangkok to Paris, kick back in one of these hotels near Don Mueang International Airport:
66% of flights out of Don Mueang International Airport arrive according to schedule.
Arriving in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is approximately 23 kilometres from the centre of Paris. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 45 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Bangkok to Paris, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near CDG:
Pick up a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car and explore Paris and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Keddy By Europcar and Europcar are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
The street address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
After your flight from Bangkok to Paris has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Paris is roughly 14 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
The trip will take approximately 55 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to lay your head close to ORY. Tuck yourself in after your Bangkok to Paris flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar make picking up a Paris Orly Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted providers are located around or in the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from ORY one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Paris Orly Airport can be found at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) is about 72 kilometres from the centre of Paris. It takes about 1 hour 30 minutes to reach the city centre in a ride-share or cab once you've hopped off your flight from Bangkok to Paris.
The journey will take you about 2 hours 20 minutes by public transport.
Book a hotel close to BVA and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you're coming in on a late Bangkok to Paris flight or just want an easier arrival, these accommodation options put comfort right within reach:
Be in control of the next leg of your trip by picking up a Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car. Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar make getting on the road effortless.
Enjoy a payoff when you plan ahead. Book your vehicle from BVA three weeks before your flight from Bangkok to Paris to access the best rates.
Beauvais-Tille Airport can be found at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
January is the quietest month for flights from Bangkok to Paris, while June is the most popular. Find the best time to visit Paris based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Bangkok to Paris ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Paris to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Bangkok to Paris in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
More about Paris
Once you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Paris, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Paris:
Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Paris itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Explore more of France
Paris is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of France just waiting to be explored. Around 386 kilometres south-east of Paris, a trip to Lyon will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
If you want to check out another side of France, consider Nantes, roughly 338 kilometres south-west of Paris. Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes are among its highlights.