Flying from Bangkok to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH): What you need to know
Bangkok has a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Bangkok to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) departing from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) or Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
Around 3 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct Bangkok to Kaohsiung International Airport flight.
The timezone in Kaohsiung is UTC+8, which is one hour ahead of Bangkok. Kaohsiung International Airport is located in Kaohsiung.
With 14 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) is the most popular route. Thai Airways International operates the earliest flight at 11:45am. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest departure from BKK to KHH is with China Airlines at 6:35pm.
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 with enough time to catch your flight from Bangkok to KHH.
Traveling during a peak time such as February? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
You can take a direct flight from Bangkok to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) leaving from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK).
China Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Bangkok to Kaohsiung International Airport departing from BKK.
China Airlines ranks first in bookings for flights from BKK to KHH.
China Airlines is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Bangkok to KHH. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK). Take a break from traveling at one of these airports:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
BKK is about 31 kilometers from central Bangkok. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bangkok to Kaohsiung International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Of all flights leaving Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport, 73% arrive on time at their destination.
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
You can book a direct Bangkok to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) plane ticket out of Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). Work out whether leaving from DMK works best for your plans.
Take a direct flight from Bangkok to KHH with Thai Lion Air. This is one of the top carriers flying this route out of DMK.
On the DMK to KHH route, Thai LionAir is the go-to airline for most travelers.
Choose Thai AirAsia if punctuality is a priority. Its flights between Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport and Kaohsiung International Airport touch down as scheduled 81.36% of the time.
Split up your flight from Bangkok to Kaohsiung International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Top stopovers between Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport and KHH include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Macau International Airport (MFM)
With public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in about 1 hour 5 minutes. The terminal is roughly 24 kilometers away, and getting there by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Bangkok to KHH flight? Unwind in a hotel near Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport before your vacation officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 60%.
About Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Bangkok to Kaohsiung International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near KHH instead:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around four weeks before your Bangkok to Kaohsiung International Airport flight.
Getting from Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) to central Kaohsiung
Kaohsiung International Airport is around 11 kilometers from central Kaohsiung. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It typically takes 30 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH)
Currently, $115 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Kaohsiung International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $217. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Bangkok to KHH. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Bangkok to Kaohsiung International Airport tickets across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Bangkok to KHH.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH)
February is when most people book flights from Bangkok to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH). Plan your visit to Kaohsiung in December for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Kaohsiung is July, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Bangkok to KHH plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Kaohsiung International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
More about Kaohsiung
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Kaohsiung right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Kaohsiung International Airport:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts, Lotus Pond and Fantasyland are must-visits when exploring Kaohsiung.
Explore more of Taiwan
Taipei is just one of the many places in Taiwan waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Kaohsiung. Around 306 kilometers away to the northeast, well-known attractions include Taipei 101 Observatory, Taipei 101 and Shilin Night Market.
Around 177 kilometers north of Kaohsiung, Taichung is another favorite stop in Taiwan. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Chenghuangmiao, Taichung Tianhou Temple and Paochueh Temple.