Travelling from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know
The timezone in Cairns is UTC+10, which is three hours ahead of Bangkok.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to catch your BKK to CNS flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Cairns Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between BKK and CNS:
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Kansai International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Cairns Airport (CNS)
Right now, Rs72,290 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Suvarnabhumi Airport to Cairns Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs164,426. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from BKK to CNS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Cairns Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from BKK to CNS is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Cairns Airport.
Handy information about Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Of the departures from Suvarnabhumi Airport, 67.87% land on time at their destination.
To reach Suvarnabhumi Airport from central Bangkok, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near BKK? If you're catching an early flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Cairns Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)
Consider staying in a hotel near CNS if you have a late Suvarnabhumi Airport to Cairns Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Cairns Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or East Coast and experience more of Cairns and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Cairns Airport around two weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns
Cairns Airport to the centre of Cairns has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Cairns Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Cairns. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Cairns is January, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Cairns Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BKK to CNS in August. Average temperatures are between 16ºC and 25ºC then.
Explore more of Australia
Cairns has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Australia you'll want to see. About 290 kilometres south of Cairns, a visit to Townsville will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like The Strand Beach, Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville.
Bowen is another favourite destination in Australia and is around 434 kilometres south-east of Cairns. No trip is complete without seeing Holbourne Island National Park, The Big Mango and Grays Bay.