Traveling from Bangkok to Sendai International Airport (SDJ): What you need to know
Planning your trip starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Bangkok. Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Bangkok to Sendai International Airport (SDJ) out of here.
Sendai is two hours ahead of Bangkok. Sendai International Airport is located in Sendai, which runs on the UTC+9 timezone.
Your flight from Bangkok to SDJ won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as February, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Airports in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Bangkok to SDJ with a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between BKK and SDJ include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Located around 31 kilometers from central Bangkok, BKK can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bangkok to Sendai International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of the flights that depart from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport, 73% touch down on time at their destination.
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
You can book a direct Bangkok to Sendai International Airport (SDJ) plane ticket with departures from Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). Figure out if flying from DMK works better for your plans.
Catch your direct flight from Bangkok to SDJ with Thai AirAsia X. This is one of the main airlines that operates this route out of DMK.
On the DMK to SDJ route, Thai AirAsia X is the preferred choice of many.
Break up your flight from Bangkok to Sendai International Airport with a stop at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). A main stopover between Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport and SDJ, it's a great opportunity to unwind before your onward flight.
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.
Get your vacation started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Bangkok to SDJ flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport:
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time performance of 60%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that leave from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
About Sendai International Airport (SDJ)
Consider booking a hotel close to SDJ if you have a late flight from Bangkok to Sendai International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
To get the best deal, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Bangkok to Sendai International Airport flight.
SDJ is located at 28 Konuma, Shimomasuda, Natori.
Getting from Sendai International Airport (SDJ) to central Sendai
Central Sendai is around 14 kilometers from Sendai International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car rental, cab or ride-share.
It'll take around 15 minutes when traveling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Sendai International Airport (SDJ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Sendai International Airport is $170. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $338. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from Bangkok to SDJ, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Bangkok to Sendai International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Bangkok to SDJ couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has dropped.
Lock in a cheap flight from Bangkok to Sendai International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Bangkok to Sendai International Airport (SDJ)
Think about your travel style when picking your flight dates. December is the quietest month to go to Sendai. January is when most people book flights from Bangkok to Sendai International Airport (SDJ), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
When booking your Bangkok to SDJ plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Sendai, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Sendai International Airport in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Sendai
Once you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Sendai International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sendai:
Your Sendai visit should come with a side of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that should be on your list include Sendai Toshogu Shrine, Rairaikyo Gorge and Sendai Castle.
Explore more of Japan
You've visited Sendai, now it's time to explore other parts of Japan. Travel about 274 kilometers southwest to Saitama to check off its leading attractions. From The Museum of Modern Art, Saitama to Omiya Bonsai Village and Musashi Ichinomiya Hikawa Shrine, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Japan, head for Matsudo, roughly 274 kilometers south of Sendai. Tozen-ji Temple, Tokiwadaira Cherry Blossom Promenade and Hirakata Park are key highlights.
