Flying from Mandalay International Airport (MDL) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Mandalay International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7, which is 30 minutes ahead of Mandalay.
Every week, there are eight Mandalay International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flights. If you want to take off early, opt for the 08:35 Myanmar Airways International flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 08:35 with Myanmar Airways International.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your MDL to BKK flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Flying into Bangkok (and then exploring more of Thailand!) is a snap with Myanmar Airways International. This popular airline offers direct flights from Mandalay International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Myanmar Airways International.
The most punctual carrier that operates MDL to BKK flights is Myanmar Airways International. Its services land without delay 68.75% of the time.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Mandalay International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. Many travellers pass through Kunming Changshui International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mandalay International Airport (MDL) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
R 1,770 is currently the best price for a one-way Mandalay International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 4,780. These fares may change based on availability.
To secure cheap tickets from MDL to BKK, book your trip eight months before your departure date.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Mandalay International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Mandalay International Airport (MDL)
Mandalay International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from MDL make it to their destination as scheduled 80.68% of the time.
Central Mandalay to Mandalay International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Arriving at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Consider booking a hotel near BKK if you're catching a late Mandalay International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car and discover Bangkok and beyond with your own set of wheels. Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz are popular outlets you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok
From Suvarnabhumi Airport, Bangkok is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
July is the most popular month for flights from Mandalay International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Bangkok in April.
Book your flight from Mandalay International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport for April if you want to visit Bangkok during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MDL to BKK in December if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Thailand waiting to be explored. Around 467 kilometres north-east of Bangkok, a visit to Udon Thani will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
If you want to check out another corner of Thailand, consider Chon Buri, roughly 64 kilometres south-east of Bangkok. Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall are highlights.