Travelling from Bangkok to Salgado Filho International Airport (POA): What you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Bangkok. Check out your options departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) when reserving your flight from Bangkok to Salgado Filho International Airport (POA).
Salgado Filho International Airport is located in Porto Alegre. The city operates on the UTC-3 timezone and is ten hours behind Bangkok.
Your flight from Bangkok to POA won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During high season, allow for extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Travelling from central Bangkok to BKK takes about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Suvarnabhumi Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Bangkok to Salgado Filho International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are the answer:
67.87% of flights that leave from Suvarnabhumi Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
You can get to DMK from central Bangkok in approximately 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to travel the 27 kilometres or so.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Don Mueang International Airport the day before your Bangkok to POA flight:
Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time performance of 66.48%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that leave from this airport land on time.
About Salgado Filho International Airport (POA)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Bangkok to Salgado Filho International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near POA:
Travel at your own pace with a Salgado Filho International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Localiza, Foco or Movida and chase adventure across Porto Alegre and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride around four weeks ahead of your Bangkok to Salgado Filho International Airport flight.
Getting from Salgado Filho International Airport (POA) to central Porto Alegre
Salgado Filho International Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Porto Alegre. The time it takes to get there by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Salgado Filho International Airport (POA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Salgado Filho International Airport is R 16,722. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 34,951. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Bangkok to POA. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Affordable Bangkok to Salgado Filho International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Salgado Filho International Airport (POA)
October is the most popular month for flights from Bangkok to Salgado Filho International Airport (POA). Plan your visit to Porto Alegre in May if you prefer a quieter experience.
Before locking in your Bangkok to POA plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Porto Alegre, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Salgado Filho International Airport in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Porto Alegre
Start your Porto Alegre trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Salgado Filho International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
You'll find plenty of awesome things to do in Porto Alegre when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick things off at Botanical Gardens followed by Centro Historico Cultural Santa Casa and Pinacoteca.
Explore more of Brazil
You've seen Porto Alegre, now it's time to discover more of Brazil. Journey around 225 kilometres south-west to Pelotas to tick off its top attractions. From Grande Hotel de Pelotas to Centro histórico de Pelotas and Praça Dom Joaquim, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Santa Maria is another well-known destination in Brazil and is around 257 kilometres west of Porto Alegre. No journey is complete without dropping by Memorial of Japanese Immigration and Culture, Municipal Park Hills and Calçadão Salvador Isaia.
