Flying from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Around 6 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tokyo.
Tokyo is 2 hours ahead of Bangkok, where Suvarnabhumi Airport is located. Tokyo operates on the UTC+9 timezone.
With 82 flights a week between the two airports, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Narita International Airport (NRT) is the busiest route. Thai AirAsia X operates the earliest flight at 02:25. If you'd like to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from BKK to NRT is with Thai Airways at 23:55.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from BKK to Tokyo. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
You can catch a direct flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tokyo that lands at Haneda Airport (HND).
Direct flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tokyo are offered by a good range of airlines. Book your seat with any of these:
We make it a breeze to find a flight from BKK to Tokyo with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)
To visit Japan for tourism purposes, you will need an embassy visa if you hold a passport from Thailand. However, visa rules are subject to change and other documentation may be needed depending on the purpose and duration of your visit. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tokyo.
Located around 32 kilometers from the center of Bangkok, BKK can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 6 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near BKK? If you're catching an early flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tokyo, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Tokyo
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tokyo is $119. The cheapest price for a return flight is $224. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BKK to Tokyo.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tokyo. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo is approximately 16 kilometers. It takes about 16 minutes to get to the center driving.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tokyo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
The center of Tokyo is approximately 64 kilometers from Narita International Airport (NRT). As soon as your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tokyo has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 58 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to NRT. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from BKK to Tokyo:
Best time to go to Tokyo
June is the busiest month for flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tokyo. To escape the crowds, head to Tokyo in February when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tokyo in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from BKK to Tokyo in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 15ºC and 20ºC on average.
More about Tokyo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Tokyo right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tokyo:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are leading attractions which should feature on every Tokyo itinerary.
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