Travelling from Bangkok to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU): What you need to know
Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport is located in Pekanbaru. The city's timezone is UTC+7 — the same as Bangkok.
Your flight from Bangkok to PKU won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like February, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Airports in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Whether you're eager to explore another city as part of your journey or just have a break, we make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To check out your options taking off from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Bangkok to PKU.
Located around 31 kilometres from central Bangkok, BKK can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Bangkok to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Make the most of your trip with a stopover on your flight from Bangkok to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is a popular option between Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport and PKU.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in about 1 hour 5 minutes. The terminal is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Bangkok to PKU flight? Relax in a hotel near Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 66%.
About Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU)
Have a late flight from Bangkok to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near PKU and hit the lights earlier:
Getting from Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU) to central Pekanbaru
Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Pekanbaru. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It'll take around 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU)
Currently, R 1,906 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 4,671. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Bangkok to PKU, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap Bangkok to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function 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 Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding your trip dates. September is the quietest month to go to Pekanbaru. January is when most people book flights from Bangkok to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
Lock in a Bangkok to PKU plane ticket departing in May if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Pekanbaru to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Bangkok to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport in January when temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Pekanbaru
Start your Pekanbaru trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Bangkok to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Pekanbaru Great Mosque, Pasar Wisata Kuliner and Masjid Baitul Makmur are attractions you won't want to skip in Pekanbaru.
Explore more of Indonesia
You've seen Pekanbaru, now it's time to discover other parts of Indonesia. Journey about 306 kilometres east to Batam to check off its popular sights. From Marina Beach to HKBP Agape Ressort Barelang and Masjid Baiturahman, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Padang is another must-experience destination in Indonesia and is around 193 kilometres southwest of Pekanbaru. No trip is complete without visiting Padang Beach, Padang beach and Pantai Nirwana.