Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport is 10 hours 50 minutes.
Bangkok is six hours ahead of Zurich and is in the UTC+7 timezone.
Flights from ZRH to BKK start at 13:15 — the first with Thai Airways International. The latest departure is at 18:00 with SWISS. In total, there are 40 weekly Zurich Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your ZRH to BKK flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
SWISS offers direct flights from Zurich Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Bangkok — and maybe even more of Thailand if time allows.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with SWISS on this route.
SWISS is the most punctual carrier that offers ZRH to BKK flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
At the moment, Rs75,486 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Zurich Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs134,466. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from ZRH to BKK by booking at least five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
69.02% of flights that take off from Zurich Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Zurich to Zurich Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to ZRH? If you've booked an early flight from Zurich Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Zurich Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz to explore Bangkok and beyond.
Booking your ride from Suvarnabhumi Airport around four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok
From Suvarnabhumi Airport, Bangkok is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
July is the most popular month for flights from Zurich Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Bangkok in April.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your flights from Zurich Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ZRH to BKK in December. Temperatures average between 19ºC and 33ºC then.
Explore more of Thailand
Udon Thani is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Bangkok. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Thailand, head for Chon Buri, about 64 kilometres south-east of Bangkok. Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall are key highlights.