Flying from Bangkok to Akita Airport (AXT): What you need to know
Bangkok has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Bangkok to Akita Airport (AXT) heading out from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
Akita Airport is located in Akita. The city operates on the UTC+9 timezone and is two hours ahead of Bangkok.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Bangkok to AXT. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Stopovers are a great opportunity to visit a new city or just have a break during your travels. When searching for a cheap flight from Bangkok to AXT, deselect 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Haneda Airport (HND) is an option when departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
BKK is around 32 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Suvarnabhumi Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bangkok to Akita Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
When it comes to Suvarnabhumi Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.87% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in around 1 hour 5 minutes. The terminal is roughly 27 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 30 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Don Mueang International Airport the day before your Bangkok to AXT flight:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 66.48%.
About Akita Airport (AXT)
After your flight from Bangkok to Akita Airport has touched down, kick back at a nearby hotel. Syohoen is a convenient option just a short drive from AXT.
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Akita Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Times or Rakuten and experience more of Akita and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your Bangkok to Akita Airport flight.
You'll find AXT at Akita 県道326号線.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Akita Airport (AXT)
At the moment, Rs91,199 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Akita Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs137,179. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Bangkok to AXT, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Bangkok to Akita Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Akita Airport (AXT)
Think about your travel style when deciding when to fly. April is the quietest month to go to Akita. June is when most people book flights from Bangkok to Akita Airport (AXT), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Book a Bangkok to AXT flight ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Akita to range from 18ºC to 31ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Bangkok to Akita Airport in February when temperatures are between -3ºC and 5ºC.
More about Akita
Once you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Akita Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Akita:
Your Akita trip isn't complete without checking out the sights. Top attractions you can't miss include Arayasakura Park, Ninomaru Square and Omoriyama Observation Deck.
Explore more of Japan
Akita is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Japan waiting to be explored. About 161 kilometres south of Akita, a trip to Sendai will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Haguro Shrine, Yasaka shrine and 仙台七夕祭.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Japan, head for Niigata, about 209 kilometres south-west of Akita. Suwa Shrine, Science Museum and Shiokawa Sake Brewery are key highlights.
