Flying from Bangkok to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Bangkok to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG). Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are the two main airports in Bangkok.
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 53 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Bangkok to Hong Kong International Airport.
Hong Kong is 1 hour ahead of Bangkok. Hong Kong International Airport is located in Hong Kong, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) is the most popular route. There are 430 direct departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with Hong Kong Airlines at 21:40. Go for the first BKK to HKG departure operated by Hong Kong Airlines at 02:00 if you want to get going earlier.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Bangkok to HKG. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Get there in one go from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Nonstop flights from Bangkok to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) can be booked from here.
Multiple airlines at BKK operate direct flights from Bangkok to Hong Kong International Airport. They include:
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing flights from Bangkok to HKG departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH)
Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Wattay International Airport (VTE)
From the centre of Bangkok, BKK is around 32 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
Catching an early flight from Bangkok to Hong Kong International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Suvarnabhumi Airport:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) offers nonstop flights from Bangkok to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG).
From DMK, direct flights from Bangkok to HKG can be booked with Thai AirAsia.
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to refresh yourself with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Bangkok to Hong Kong International Airport, here's where you can stop when taking off from Don Mueang International Airport:
Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
With public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in about 1 hour and 5 minutes. The terminal is roughly 27 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 30 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not spend an extra night away? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Don Mueang International Airport the day before your flight from Bangkok to HKG:
About Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Bangkok to Hong Kong International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near HKG:
Getting from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to central Hong Kong
From Hong Kong International Airport, Hong Kong is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 31 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 44 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
For a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Hong Kong International Airport, $68 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just $150. These are the lowest fares right now but may change depending on availability.
You're more likely to score cheap tickets from Bangkok to HKG if you book 7 months before your departure date. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares for this journey tend to be at their lowest.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from Bangkok to Hong Kong International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices across every month.
Set up a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when fares go down. Good timing makes all the difference when searching for cheap tickets from Bangkok to HKG.
Personalise your trip by applying filters. Choose the number of stops, duration, and departure and arrival times to find the right flight from Bangkok to Hong Kong International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' options first.
The best time to fly from Bangkok to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Bangkok to Hong Kong International Airport. August is the busiest month to travel to Hong Kong. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Hong Kong is August, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Bangkok to HKG in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 11ºC and 20ºC. Search for cheap flights from Bangkok to Hong Kong International Airport sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Hong Kong
After locking in your flight from Bangkok to Hong Kong International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Hong Kong:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Victoria Peak, Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade and A Symphony of Lights are essential stops on your Hong Kong itinerary.
Complete your Hong Kong trip with a car rental
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