Flying from Khon Kaen Airport (KKC) to Bangkok: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Khon Kaen Airport to Bangkok is 1 hour 5 minutes.
Khon Kaen (the location of Khon Kaen Airport) and Bangkok follow the same timezone — UTC+7.
Khon Kaen Airport (KKC) to Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is the most traveled route, with 63 flights a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from KKC to DMK is with Thai AirAsia at 20:30. Go for the first departure with Thai AirAsia at 08:35 if you want to fly out earlier.
Leave plenty of time to get on your KKC to Bangkok flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like January, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Direct Khon Kaen Airport to Bangkok tickets are available for booking. Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) is where you'll be landing.
Well-known airlines that offer direct flights from Khon Kaen Airport to Bangkok include:
KKC is about 5 kilometres from central Khon Kaen. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Khon Kaen Airport to Bangkok? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near KKC:
71% of flights that take off from Khon Kaen Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Khon Kaen Airport (KKC) to Bangkok
The best price we've found for a one-way Khon Kaen Airport to Bangkok flight is $21. The cheapest price for a return flight is $45. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from KKC to Bangkok, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for your Khon Kaen Airport to Bangkok ticket.
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Airports in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
The distance from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is roughly 31 kilometres. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes about 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Khon Kaen Airport to Bangkok. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from KKC to Bangkok.
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
After your flight from Khon Kaen Airport to Bangkok has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Bangkok is roughly 24 kilometres from Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so.
There are some great places to rest your head close to DMK. Settle in and get cosy after your KKC to Bangkok flight at one of these well-located options:
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at DMK can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Bangkok
February is the most popular month for flights from Khon Kaen Airport to Bangkok. To escape the crowds, visit Bangkok in May.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 37ºC. Book your Khon Kaen Airport to Bangkok plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 19ºC and 34ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from KKC to Bangkok around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Bangkok
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Bangkok right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Khon Kaen Airport to Bangkok:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Wat Phra Kaew, Grand Palace and Songkran Festival Silom are top sights which should feature on every Bangkok itinerary.
Explore more of Thailand
You've done Bangkok, now it's time to explore other parts of Thailand. Journey around 467 kilometres northeast to Udon Thani to tick off its popular sights. From Thai-Chinese Cultural Centre to Wat Pho Chai and Wat Burapa Wanaram, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Nakhon Ratchasima is another essential stop in Thailand and is around 225 kilometres northeast of Bangkok. No trip is complete without visiting Night Safari Korat, Wat Chai Mongkol and Wat Na Pha That.