Traveling from Bangkok to El Nido Airport (ENI): What you need to know
Bangkok has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Bangkok to El Nido Airport (ENI) taking off from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
El Nido is one hour ahead of Bangkok. El Nido Airport is located in El Nido, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Bangkok to ENI.
Heading away during a peak time like a public holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Traveling from central Bangkok to BKK takes around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometers in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Suvarnabhumi Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bangkok to El Nido Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
When it comes to Suvarnabhumi Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.87% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
DMK is around 27 kilometers from central Bangkok. It'll take you 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Kick off your vacation early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Bangkok to ENI flight, stay in one of these hotels near Don Mueang International Airport:
66.48% of flights leaving Don Mueang International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About El Nido Airport (ENI)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Bangkok to El Nido Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near ENI instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up an El Nido Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, Dollar or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of El Nido and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Bangkok to El Nido Airport flight.
Getting from El Nido Airport (ENI) to central El Nido
Central El Nido is about 0.97 kilometers from El Nido Airport. Travel times by cab or car rental will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research before you go.
Traveling on public transport will take you roughly 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to El Nido Airport (ENI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to El Nido Airport is $117. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $240. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Bangkok to ENI. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Bangkok to El Nido Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Bangkok to ENI is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has dropped.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Bangkok to El Nido Airport.
The best time to fly from Bangkok to El Nido Airport (ENI)
Think about your travel style when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to go to El Nido. May is when most people book flights from Bangkok to El Nido Airport (ENI), which may be ideal if you're after more action.
The warmest month in El Nido is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Bangkok to ENI plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Bangkok to El Nido Airport in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about El Nido
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in El Nido right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Bangkok to El Nido Airport:
There are plenty of terrific things to do in El Nido when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick things off at El Nido Paradise followed by El Nido boat tours embark and El Nido Beach.
Explore more of the Philippines
El Nido will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of the Philippines just waiting to be explored. Around 177 kilometers south-west of El Nido, a trip to Puerto Princesa will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Dos Palmas, Firefly Watching and Tubbataha Management Office.
Around 225 kilometers north-east of El Nido, San Jose is another essential stop in the Philippines. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Crystal Blue Water, Aroma Beach and Bubog Beach.
