Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Bangkok: what you need to know
The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7. The city is seven hours ahead of Birmingham, where Birmingham International Airport is located.
To avoid missing your BHX to Bangkok flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from BHX to Bangkok with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
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Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Birmingham, BHX can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near BHX? If you've booked an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Bangkok, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Birmingham International Airport, data shows 65.48% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Bangkok
Rs97,314 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Bangkok flight. Return flight tickets start at Rs150,219. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from BHX to Bangkok if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
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Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The distance from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes about 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Bangkok. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:
Grab a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car and discover Bangkok and beyond with your own set of wheels. Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from BHX to Bangkok.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is about 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. Once you've hopped off your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Bangkok, it'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Following your BHX to Bangkok flight, settle in at a hotel near DMK. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Don Mueang International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and get going in the blink of an eye.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from DMK three weeks in advance often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bangkok
Before booking your flights from Birmingham International Airport to Bangkok, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Bangkok offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 37ºC. Book your Birmingham International Airport to Bangkok flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
December sees average temperatures of between 19ºC and 33ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from BHX to Bangkok around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Bangkok
Start your Bangkok trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Bangkok, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Wat Arun, Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Bangkok itinerary.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Thailand just waiting to be discovered. Around 467 kilometres north-east of Bangkok, a trip to Udon Thani will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights 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. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Art and Culture Centre, Vongchavalitkul University, Wat Pa Salwan (Burapha Chan Chedi) and บ้านสวนเกษตรอินทรีย์ (บ้านสวนในซอย).