Travelling from Bangkok to Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Bangkok. Explore your options departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) when booking your flight from Bangkok to Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS).
The timezone in Puerto Princesa is UTC+8, which is one hour ahead of Bangkok. Puerto Princesa International Airport is located in Puerto Princesa.
To ensure you get on your flight from Bangkok to PPS, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Stopovers offer the opportunity to visit a new city or just take a break during your journey. When searching for a cheap flight from Bangkok to PPS, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) is an option when departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
Travelling from central Bangkok to BKK takes about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Suvarnabhumi Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Bangkok to Puerto Princesa International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to Suvarnabhumi Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.87% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Break up your flight from Bangkok to Puerto Princesa International Airport with a stop at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL). A major connection between Don Mueang International Airport and PPS, it's a great opportunity to unwind before your onward flight.
With public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in around 1 hour 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 27 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Bangkok to PPS flight? Check in to a hotel near Don Mueang International Airport before your break officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 66.48%.
About Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS)
Have a late flight from Bangkok to Puerto Princesa International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near PPS and hit the lights earlier:
Grab a Puerto Princesa International Airport rental car and discover Puerto Princesa and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Dollar are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride around three weeks before your Bangkok to Puerto Princesa International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS)
Rs29,337 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Puerto Princesa International Airport. Return flights start from Rs55,734. These fares may change depending on demand.
To find cheap flights from Bangkok to PPS, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
Cheap Bangkok to Puerto Princesa International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from Bangkok to Puerto Princesa International Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Bangkok to Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS)
February is the quietest month for flights from Bangkok to Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS), while June is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Puerto Princesa based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Bangkok to PPS flight ticket departing in May if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Puerto Princesa to range from 25ºC to 31ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Bangkok to Puerto Princesa International Airport in February when temperatures are between 23ºC and 29ºC.
More about Puerto Princesa
Once you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Puerto Princesa International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Puerto Princesa:
Your Puerto Princesa visit isn't complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions you won't want to miss include Dos Palmas, Firefly Watching and Tubbataha Management Office.
Explore more of the Philippines
While Puerto Princesa will give you a great introduction to the Philippines, there's a whole lot more to uncover in Rio Tuba. Around 193 kilometres to the south-west, this exciting city has plenty to keep you busy, like Sto. Niño Quasi-Parish Church and Parish of Sacred Heart of Jesus.
El Nido is another must-experience destination in the Philippines and is around 177 kilometres north-east of Puerto Princesa. No trip is complete without dropping by El Nido Paradise, El Nido boat tours embark and El Nido Beach.
