Travelling from Surat Thani Airport (URT) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Surat Thani Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Bangkok's timezone is UTC+7, which is the same as Surat Thani.
Every week, there are 15 Surat Thani Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flights. To be on board early, pick the 11:15 Thai Vietjet Air flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 18:50 with Thai Vietjet Air.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your URT to BKK flight.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Flying into Bangkok (and then discovering more of Thailand!) is easy with Thai Vietjet Air. This popular airline offers direct flights from Surat Thani Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport.
Thai Vietjet Air has the highest passenger demand on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Surat Thani Airport (URT) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Currently, R 452 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Surat Thani Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 831. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To secure cheap tickets from URT to BKK, reserve your journey nine months before your departure date.
Organise your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Surat Thani Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Handy information about Surat Thani Airport (URT)
73.7% of flights departing from Surat Thani Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Surat Thani Airport from central Surat Thani, it takes around 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 3 hours 55 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near URT. Whether you have an early flight from Surat Thani Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Consider staying in a hotel near BKK if you're taking a late Surat Thani Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bangkok and beyond.
Booking your ride from Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport to central Bangkok has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
July is the busiest month for flights from Surat Thani Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Bangkok in April.
Book your flight from Surat Thani Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport for April if you'd like to go to Bangkok during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from URT to BKK in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
You've visited Bangkok, now it's time to explore more of Thailand. Journey about 467 kilometres north-east to Udon Thani to check off its top attractions. From Nong Prajak Public Park to Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Chon Buri is another standout destination in Thailand and is around 64 kilometres south-east of Bangkok. No trip is complete without seeing Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall.