Travelling from Osaka to Bangkok: what you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Osaka. Kansai International Airport (KIX) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Osaka to Bangkok departing from here.
When it comes to planning your arrival in Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are the major entry points.
Around 6 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Osaka to Bangkok flight.
Bangkok is two hours behind Osaka and observes the UTC+7 timezone.
With 28 flights a week between the two airports, Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is the busiest route. Hop on the earliest flight from Osaka to Bangkok with JAL at 00:40. If you'd like to get more out of your day before taking off, the last flight from KIX to BKK is with Thai AirAsia X at 21:00.
To ensure you get on your Osaka to Bangkok flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Bangkok
Currently, Rs28,996 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Bangkok. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs57,096. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
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Flying from Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
You can book a direct flight from Osaka to Bangkok jetting out of Kansai International Airport (KIX). Set out from KIX and then fly into Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
Pick from a variety of airlines that offer direct Osaka to Bangkok plane tickets out of KIX. Claim your seat with one of these carriers:
We make it a cinch to book an Osaka to Bangkok flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Kansai International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
To reach KIX from central Osaka, it'll take around 45 minutes by car. It's roughly 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Kansai International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Osaka to Bangkok, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
67.95% of flights that take off from Kansai International Airport land at their destination on time.
KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Arriving in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is approximately 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Book a hotel near BKK if you're coming in on a late flight from Osaka to Bangkok. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and find adventure across Bangkok and beyond.
Booking your ride from Suvarnabhumi Airport around four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is roughly 21 kilometres from the centre of Bangkok. Once you've disembarked your flight from Osaka to Bangkok, it'll take you approximately 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so.
After your flight from Osaka to Bangkok, tuck yourself in at a hotel near DMK. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Don Mueang International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at DMK will save you money.
Best time to go to Bangkok
April is the quietest month for flights from Osaka to Bangkok, while July is the most popular. Find the best time to go to Bangkok based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book an Osaka to Bangkok ticket departing in April if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Bangkok to range from 26ºC to 37ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Osaka to Bangkok in December when temperatures average between 19ºC and 33ºC.
More about Bangkok
After booking your flight from Osaka to Bangkok, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bangkok:
Grand Palace and Wat Arun are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Bangkok must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Wat Phra Kaew.
Explore more of Thailand
You've seen Bangkok, now it's time to discover other parts of Thailand. Travel around 467 kilometres north-east to Udon Thani to check off its popular sights. From Nong Prajak Public Park to Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Chon Buri is another favourite destination in Thailand and is around 64 kilometres south-east of Bangkok. No journey is complete without a visit to Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall.