Flying from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Bangkok and you'll be traveling for an average of 2 hours 53 minutes.
Hong Kong International Airport is located in Hong Kong. Based in the UTC+7 timezone, Bangkok is 1 hour behind Hong Kong.
The busiest route is from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). You can choose from 214 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from HKG to BKK is the 00:55 Hong Kong Airlines option. If you'd rather travel later, the final departure is at 23:50 with Hong Kong Airlines.
To ensure you get on your flight from HKG to Bangkok, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like August, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
You can catch a direct flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Bangkok that lands at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
Multiple airlines offer direct flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Bangkok. Some of the most well-known are:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for flights from HKG to Bangkok, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
To travel to Thailand for tourism purposes, you'll need an e-visa if you hold a passport from China. 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 reserving your cheap ticket from Hong Kong International Airport to Bangkok.
Traveling from central Hong Kong to HKG takes approximately 44 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometers in 31 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a convenient hotel close to HKG? If you're catching an early flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Bangkok, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Bangkok
$63 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Hong Kong International Airport to Bangkok. Return flights start from $116. These prices can change depending on availability.
Score cheap tickets from HKG to Bangkok by booking 5 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for January. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Hong Kong International Airport to Bangkok. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is around 32 kilometers from the center of Bangkok. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 35 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 6 minutes if you're using public transport.
Book a hotel close to BKK if you're taking a late flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Bangkok. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Central Bangkok is located around 27 kilometers from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). After your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Bangkok has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 30 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour and 5 minutes.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near DMK. Kick back and get cozy after your flight from HKG to Bangkok at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Bangkok
July is the most popular month to board a flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Bangkok while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Bangkok, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Book your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Bangkok for April to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 37ºC.
Search for cheap flights from HKG to Bangkok in December if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC on average.
More about Bangkok
After booking your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Bangkok, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bangkok:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Bangkok itinerary.
Complete your Bangkok trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Bangkok and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare options in one go to find the ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Bangkok.