Traveling from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kaohsiung International Airport is 3 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Kaohsiung is UTC+8, which is one hour ahead of Bangkok.
Take your pick of 23 weekly Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kaohsiung International Airport flights. The 11:45 departure with Thai Airways International is the earliest you can take. China Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 18:35.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BKK to KHH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Traveling to Kaohsiung (and then seeing more of Taiwan!) is a cinch with China Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kaohsiung International Airport.
China Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Thai Airways International leads the way as the most punctual carrier for BKK to KHH flights, with 88.52% of its services arriving on schedule.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kaohsiung International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BKK and KHH:
Hong Kong International Airport
Noi Bai International Airport
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kaohsiung International Airport flight is $129. A round-trip ticket is currently $235. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from BKK to KHH, book your journey six months ahead of your departure date.
Organize your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kaohsiung International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
67.87% of flights departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport reach their destination on time.
To reach Suvarnabhumi Airport from central Bangkok, it takes around 35 minutes if you're traveling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 32 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kaohsiung International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to BKK:
Arriving at Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH)
Consider staying in a hotel near KHH if you're catching a late Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kaohsiung International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Kaohsiung International Airport rental car and discover Kaohsiung and beyond with your own set of wheels. 固得租車, Ho Ing and Holiday are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Kaohsiung International Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) to central Kaohsiung
Kaohsiung International Airport is approximately 10 kilometers from central Kaohsiung. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kaohsiung International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Kaohsiung. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kaohsiung International Airport for July if you want to go to Kaohsiung during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BKK to KHH in January. Average temperatures are between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) then.
Explore more of Taiwan
Kaohsiung has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Taiwan waiting to be discovered. About 290 kilometers north-east of Kaohsiung, a trip to Taipei will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Taipei 101, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Ximending Night Market.
T'ai-chung-shih is another standout destination in Taiwan and is around 177 kilometers north of Kaohsiung. No journey is complete without dropping by Taichung Park, Lifu Museum of Chinese Medicine. China Medical University and 柳川藍帶水岸.