Travelling from Bangkok to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport (SAI): What you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Bangkok to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport (SAI). Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are Bangkok's main airports.
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 15 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Bangkok to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport flight.
Siem Reap's timezone is UTC+7, which is the same as Bangkok. Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport is located in Siem Reap.
The busiest route is from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport (SAI), with 27 direct services every week. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from BKK to SAI is the 7:40am Bangkok Airways service. If a later start suits your schedule, the final departure is at 8:10pm with Emirates.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Bangkok to SAI. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
You can jump on a direct flight from Bangkok to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport (SAI) departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
Pick from a variety of carriers that offer direct flights from Bangkok to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport departing from BKK. Get on board with any of these:
The majority of passengers choose to book seats with Bangkok Airways between BKK and SAI.
With an impressive 84.75% of services arriving as scheduled, Thai Airways International is the most punctual carrier on this route.
Located around 32 kilometres from central Bangkok, BKK can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Suvarnabhumi Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Bangkok to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
67.87% of flights leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport make it to their destination on time.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
You can book a direct Bangkok to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport (SAI) flight ticket with departures from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). Work out whether leaving from DMK works best for your plans.
From DMK, direct flights from Bangkok to SAI can be booked with Thai AirAsia.
Thai AirAsia is the most popular choice for travellers flying from DMK to SAI.
Flights between Don Mueang International Airport and Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport are more likely to stay on schedule with Thai AirAsia compared to other carriers.
DMK is around 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Don Mueang International Airport the day before your Bangkok to SAI flight:
66.48% of flights out of Don Mueang International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport (SAI)
Consider checking in to Chansor Community Homestay 18 after your flight from Bangkok to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport. It's not too far from SAI and a good option if you'd like to get some rest right away.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport (SAI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport is Rs22,229. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs47,284. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Score cheap flights from Bangkok to SAI by booking eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Organise your trip for January. That's the best month for landing an incredible deal on Bangkok to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport (SAI)
Think about the kind of experience you want when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to visit Siem Reap. August is when most people book flights from Bangkok to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport (SAI), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Lock in a Bangkok to SAI flight ticket departing in March if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Siem Reap to range from 22ºC to 38ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Bangkok to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport in January when temperatures are between 18ºC and 33ºC.
More about Siem Reap
Start your Siem Reap trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Angkor Thom and Bayon Temple are a couple of major attractions to add to your Siem Reap travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Ta Prohm.
Explore more of Cambodia
Siem Reap has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Cambodia you should also see. About 209 kilometres south of Siem Reap, a trip to Phnom Penh will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Royal Palace, Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and Genocide museum.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Cambodia, head for Ta Khmau, roughly 225 kilometres south of Siem Reap. មាត់ទន្លេតាខ្មៅ - Ta Khmao Riverside, Statue of Ta Khmau and AV are among the biggest draws.