Travelling from Beijing to Bangkok: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll board your flight from Beijing to Bangkok. Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) and Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX) are the main airports in Beijing.
When it comes to working out where to arrive in Bangkok, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang Airport (DMK) are the primary gateways.
Around 5 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Beijing to Bangkok flight.
Bangkok's timezone is UTC+7, making Bangkok one hour behind Beijing.
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 41 weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from Beijing to Bangkok is with Air China at 20:05. Choose the first PEK to BKK departure with Thai Airways International at 06:50 to fit in more activities on your first day in Bangkok.
Leave enough time to get on your Beijing to Bangkok flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Bangkok
To find cheap Beijing to Bangkok flights, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when looking for your plane ticket from Beijing to Bangkok.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from Beijing to Bangkok.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Or sort your Beijing to Bangkok flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Flying from Beijing
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
Jet off from Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) on a nonstop flight from Beijing to Bangkok. From PEK, you can fly directly into Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
Leading carriers that offer direct Beijing to Bangkok plane tickets departing from PEK include:
We make it easy to find a Beijing to Bangkok flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Beijing Capital Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Located around 26 kilometres from the centre of Beijing, PEK can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Beijing Capital Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Beijing to Bangkok or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
81% of flights departing from Beijing Capital Airport arrive at their destination as planned. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from PEK.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX)
You can catch a nonstop flight from Beijing to Bangkok departing from Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX). Begin your travels at PKX and hop off the plane at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
China Eastern Airlines offers direct Beijing to Bangkok plane tickets from PKX. Book your preferred seat and arrive at your destination in a single stretch.
Split up your Beijing to Bangkok flight with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Beijing Daxing Airport and Bangkok include:
Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Beijing to PKX in around 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 50 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not book an extra night away from home? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Beijing Daxing Airport the day before your flight from Beijing to Bangkok:
Flights from Beijing Daxing Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 87% of them arriving within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The distance from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is approximately 27 kilometres. It'll take you about 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Beijing to Bangkok, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near BKK:
Travel at your own speed with a Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental or Hertz and chase adventure across Bangkok and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
Don Mueang Airport (DMK) is roughly 21 kilometres from the centre of Bangkok. Once you've hopped off your flight from Beijing to Bangkok, it'll take you approximately 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so.
After your flight from Beijing to Bangkok, unwind at a hotel close to DMK. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Don Mueang Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental or Hertz and make a speedy getaway.
Score the best price by reserving your ride from DMK three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bangkok
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Beijing to Bangkok. January is the most popular month to travel to Bangkok. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in March.
Lock in a Beijing to Bangkok ticket departing in April if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Bangkok to range from 26ºC to 37ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Beijing to Bangkok in January when temperatures average between 19ºC and 34ºC.
More about Bangkok
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Bangkok right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Beijing to Bangkok:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. The Grand Palace, The Temple of the Emerald Buddha and Songkran Festival Silom are essential stops on your Bangkok itinerary.