Flying from Bangkok to Yogyakarta: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Bangkok to Yogyakarta. Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are Bangkok's main airports.
Touch down at Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA), the major arrival point in Yogyakarta.
Yogyakarta's timezone is UTC+7, which is the same as Bangkok.
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your Bangkok to Yogyakarta flight.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Yogyakarta
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Bangkok to Yogyakarta flights if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your plane ticket from Bangkok to Yogyakarta.
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Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' Bangkok to Yogyakarta flights.
Flying from Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Travelling from central Bangkok to BKK takes about 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Suvarnabhumi Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Bangkok to Yogyakarta, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of the departures from Suvarnabhumi Airport, 67.87% arrive on time at their destination.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
You can get to DMK from central Bangkok in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 23 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Bangkok to Yogyakarta, kick back in one of these hotels near Don Mueang International Airport:
Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 66%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that depart from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Yogyakarta
Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA)
Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA) to central Yogyakarta takes about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
It typically takes 2 hours 10 minutes to get there on public transport.
Reserve a hotel near YIA if you're coming in on a late flight from Bangkok to Yogyakarta. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Adisutjipto International Airport (JOG)
The centre of Yogyakarta is approximately 8 kilometres from Adisutjipto International Airport (JOG). After your flight from Bangkok to Yogyakarta has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 25 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take approximately 55 minutes on public transport.
Pick up an Adisutjipto International Airport rental car and unlock a world of freedom with your own set of wheels. Avis is just moments from your arrival gate, so you can hit the road without delay.
Avoid filling out paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from JOG ahead of time so you can just grab the keys and go.
Best time to go to Yogyakarta
June is the quietest month for flights from Bangkok to Yogyakarta, while September is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Yogyakarta based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Yogyakarta is October, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your Bangkok to Yogyakarta ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
August has average temperatures of between 19ºC and 30ºC. Look for cheap flights from Bangkok to Yogyakarta around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Yogyakarta
Once you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Yogyakarta, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Yogyakarta:
Taman Sari Water Castle and Museum Kristal dan Cinderamata Keraton Yogyakarta are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Yogyakarta travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Kota Gede.
Explore more of Indonesia
Surabaya is just one of the many cities in Indonesia waiting to be explored after you've seen Yogyakarta. Around 274 kilometres to the east, top sights here include Yos Sudarso Monument, Garasi Ollaf and PT.Danoe.
Bandung is another essential stop in Indonesia and is around 322 kilometres west of Yogyakarta. No trip is complete without dropping by Braga Street, Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi).
