Travelling from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): what you need to know
A direct flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport takes on average 2 hours 23 minutes. The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7, making it 1 hour behind Kunming.
There are 271 flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport weekly. Hop on the 07:50 flight if you want to set off as early as possible. If you're keen to make the most of your day before heading off, the last flight from KMG to BKK is at 23:00.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Getting to Bangkok (and exploring more of Thailand!) is simple with China Eastern Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between KMG and BKK include:
Chiang Mai International Airport
Wattay International Airport
Phnom Penh International Airport
Before reserving your cheap ticket from KMG to BKK, check if you need a visa to enter Thailand. Visa and travel document requirements can vary and are updated frequently. To get the latest information, get in touch with the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're going to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport is ر.ق. 287. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 638. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Book 9 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from KMG to BKK.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from KMG to BKK. There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price.
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Handy information about Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
To get to Kunming Changshui International Airport from central Kunming, it'll take about 40 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a handy hotel near KMG? If you're catching an early flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
If you're on a late flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport, nothing tops 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 hotels near BKK:
Getting from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Bangkok. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 35 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 6 minutes.
When to fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
July is the most popular month for flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Bangkok in April.
Lock in your flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport for April if you want to visit Bangkok during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26 ºC and 37 ºC.
December sees average temperatures of between 19 ºC and 33 ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from KMG to BKK sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Bangkok
Once you've booked your flights from KMG to BKK, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Bangkok. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this city:
Grand Palace and Wat Arun are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Bangkok travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Wat Phra Kaew.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is another international airport that services Bangkok. It may even be a cheaper or easier option depending on your travel plans, so it's worth giving some thought.
Complete your Bangkok trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks than just comparing flights. After booking your cheap ticket to Suvarnabhumi Airport, check out our great car rental deals that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Bangkok stay.
