Travelling from Bangkok to Hat Yai International Airport (HDY): What you need to know
Start your trip planning by checking out where you'll catch your flight from Bangkok to Hat Yai International Airport (HDY). Explore the options for leaving from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) or Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK), the city's main airports.
Take a direct Bangkok to Hat Yai International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.
Bangkok and Hat Yai (Songkhla) (where Hat Yai International Airport is located) share the UTC+7 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) to Hat Yai International Airport (HDY) is the most popular route. There are 55 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer to head out later, take the last flight with Thai Vietjet Air at 8:35pm. Opt for the first BKK to HDY departure operated by Thai Airways International at 6:35am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
To ensure you catch your flight from Bangkok to HDY, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Popular months like February or other peak periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Stick to your schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Bangkok to Hat Yai International Airport (HDY) operate out of this terminal.
You'll have your pick of airlines offering direct flights from Bangkok to Hat Yai International Airport leaving from BKK. Head off on your trip with any of these:
Thai Airways is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from BKK to HDY.
Thai AirAsia is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
Travelling from central Bangkok to BKK takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Bangkok to Hat Yai International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Of all flights leaving Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport, 73% arrive on time at their destination.
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Planning to leave from Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)? Direct Bangkok to Hat Yai International Airport (HDY) plane tickets are available from this popular hub.
Popular airlines that operate direct flights from Bangkok to HDY departing from DMK include:
On the DMK to HDY route, Thai LionAir is the preferred choice for many passengers.
Among the carriers operating flights between Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport and Hat Yai International Airport, Nok Air leads in on-time performance.
With public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in about 1 hour 5 minutes. The terminal is roughly 24 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Bangkok to HDY flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport:
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 60%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that leave from this airport land on schedule.
About Hat Yai International Airport (HDY)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Bangkok to Hat Yai International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near HDY instead:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Bangkok to Hat Yai International Airport flight.
Getting from Hat Yai International Airport (HDY) to central Hat Yai (Songkhla)
Hat Yai International Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Hat Yai (Songkhla). It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Hat Yai International Airport (HDY)
At the moment, $40 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Hat Yai International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $84. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from Bangkok to HDY, book your plane ticket two months ahead of your departure date.
The best month for scoring cheap Bangkok to Hat Yai International Airport tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Hat Yai International Airport (HDY)
November is when most people book flights from Bangkok to Hat Yai International Airport (HDY). Visit Hat Yai (Songkhla) in January for a quieter experience.
When booking your Bangkok to HDY plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. April is the warmest month in Hat Yai (Songkhla), with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 36ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Bangkok to Hat Yai International Airport in February when temperatures are between 20ºC and 32ºC.
More about Hat Yai (Songkhla)
Start your Hat Yai (Songkhla) trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Hat Yai International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Street Art Hatyai, Ton Ya Plong Waterfall and Wat Ban Rai are essential stops on your Hat Yai (Songkhla) itinerary.
Explore more of Thailand
Thailand is home to loads of other exciting cities to put on your itinerary, such as Surat Thani. Around 274 kilometres northwest of Hat Yai (Songkhla), visit leading sights like Ang Thong National Marine Park while you're here.
If you want to check out another major destination in Thailand, consider Nakhon Si Thammarat, roughly 177 kilometres north of Hat Yai (Songkhla). Wat Phra Phrom, Wat Pho Sadet and Wat Yai Chai Mongkol are the start of reasons to visit.