Flying from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Bangkok is 12 hours ahead of Birmingham, where Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is located. Bangkok observes the UTC+7 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your BHM to Bangkok flight, leave enough 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 standard rule.
Heading away during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
To reach BHM from central Birmingham, it takes around 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. It's roughly 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a hotel close to BHM? If you're catching an early flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Bangkok, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 80.37% of flights that take off from BHM land on time.
You'll find BHM at 5900 Airport Highway.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Bangkok
Rs174,541 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Bangkok flight. Return flight tickets start at Rs311,367. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from BHM to Bangkok, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Bangkok across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BHM to Bangkok by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
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Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The distance from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is roughly 32 kilometres. It'll take you about 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to get there by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near BKK if you have a late flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Bangkok. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Pick up a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car and discover Bangkok and beyond with your own wheels. Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz are leading providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Suvarnabhumi Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from BHM to Bangkok.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
After your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Bangkok has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Bangkok is roughly 27 kilometres from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes.
After stepping off your BHM to Bangkok flight, rest your head at a hotel near DMK. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or cab lines. Pick up a Don Mueang International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the availability and rates from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from DMK three weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bangkok
Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Bangkok. The city buzzes during high season, but rates are generally higher and top attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Bangkok in the off-season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Bangkok flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. April is the warmest month in Bangkok, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 37ºC.
December sees average temperatures of between 19ºC and 33ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from BHM to Bangkok around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Bangkok
Start your Bangkok trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Bangkok, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Wat Arun, Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew are highlights which should be on any well-planned Bangkok itinerary.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Thailand waiting to be discovered. Around 467 kilometres north-east of Bangkok, a visit to Udon Thani will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
Around 225 kilometres north-east of Bangkok, Nakhon Ratchasima is another favourite stop in Thailand. No visit is complete without checking out Art and Culture Centre, Vongchavalitkul University, Wat Pa Salwan (Burapha Chan Chedi) and บ้านสวนเกษตรอินทรีย์ (บ้านสวนในซอย).
