Travelling from Seoul to Bangkok: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Seoul to Bangkok. Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are the main airports in Seoul.
When working out where to arrive in Bangkok, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang Airport (DMK) are the major entry points.
Around 5 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Seoul to Bangkok flight.
The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7, which is two hours behind Seoul.
The most popular route for flights from Seoul to Bangkok is Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). There are 94 services between these two airports each week.
To ensure you make it on your Seoul to Bangkok flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it 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 Seoul to Bangkok
Score cheap Seoul to Bangkok flights by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time for landing a bargain.
The best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Seoul to Bangkok is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from Seoul to Bangkok by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Find an affordable Seoul to Bangkok flight with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Flying from Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
You can book a direct flight from Seoul to Bangkok jetting out of Incheon International Airport (ICN). Start your trip at ICN and then hit the runway at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang Airport (DMK).
Direct Seoul to Bangkok plane tickets are available from numerous airlines at ICN. Book your seat with any of these:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Seoul to Bangkok flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Incheon International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG)
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Seoul, ICN can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Seoul to Bangkok? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Incheon International Airport:
When it comes to Incheon International Airport's on-time performance, 74% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Visit family or friends or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your Seoul to Bangkok flight, here's where you can stop when departing from Gimpo International Airport:
Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
Kaohsiung Airport (KHH)
On public transport, you can travel from central Seoul to GMP in around 35 minutes. The terminal is roughly 18 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Seoul to Bangkok? Unwind in a hotel near Gimpo International Airport before your adventure officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
The majority of flights that leave Gimpo International Airport make it to their destination as expected. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 81%.
Arriving in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok takes around 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Seoul to Bangkok. Book one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:
Pick up a Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car and explore Bangkok and beyond with your own wheels. Chic Car Rent, asap car rental and Hertz are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
As soon as your flight from Seoul to Bangkok has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Bangkok is approximately 21 kilometres from Don Mueang Airport (DMK).
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near DMK. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Seoul to Bangkok:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Don Mueang Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental or Hertz and set off in the blink of an eye.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at DMK can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Bangkok
March is the quietest month for flights from Seoul to Bangkok, while January is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Bangkok based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your Seoul to Bangkok ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees average temperatures of between 19ºC and 34ºC. Search for cheap flights from Seoul to Bangkok around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Bangkok
Start your Bangkok trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Seoul to Bangkok, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
The Grand Palace and The Temple of the Emerald Buddha are just two of the big attractions to put on your Bangkok must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Songkran Festival Silom.
