Flying from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Bangkok: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Bangkok is 4 hours 50 minutes.
Bangkok is one hour behind Beijing, where Beijing Capital International Airport is located. Bangkok follows the UTC+7 timezone.
With 36 flights a week between the two airports, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) is the most popular route. Thai Airways International operates the earliest flight at 06:50. If you'd like to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last flight from PEK to BKK is with Air China at 20:05.
To avoid missing your PEK to Bangkok flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Direct Beijing Capital International Airport to Bangkok tickets are available for booking. Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) is where you'll disembark.
You'll find a variety of airlines that operate direct flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Bangkok, including:
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from traveling and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing for plane tickets from PEK to Bangkok, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Traveling from central Beijing to PEK takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometers in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near PEK. Whether you've booked an early flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Bangkok or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
Beijing Capital International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from PEK arrive at their destination on time.
The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Bangkok
The best price we've found for a one-way Beijing Capital International Airport to Bangkok flight is $132. The cheapest price for a return flight is $275. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from PEK to Bangkok if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Beijing Capital International Airport to Bangkok across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Save time looking for cheap flights from PEK to Bangkok by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Bangkok.
Airports in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
The distance from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is roughly 31 kilometers. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the center driving.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Bangkok. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:
Booking your ride from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport around four weeks before your flight from PEK to Bangkok can help you get the best possible rate.
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Once your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Bangkok has touched down, you can reach the city center in about 35 minutes by car. Central Bangkok is roughly 24 kilometers from Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near DMK. Unwind and get cozy after your PEK to Bangkok flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from DMK three weeks in advance often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bangkok
February is the busiest month for flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Bangkok. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Bangkok in May.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your Beijing Capital International Airport to Bangkok plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from PEK to Bangkok around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Bangkok
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Bangkok right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Bangkok:
Wat Phra Kaew and Grand Palace are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Bangkok travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Songkran Festival Silom.
Explore more of Thailand
Udon Thani is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be explored after you've seen Bangkok. Around 467 kilometers away to the northeast, popular attractions include Thai-Chinese Cultural Center, Wat Pho Chai and Wat Burapa Wanaram.
Around 225 kilometers northeast of Bangkok, Nakhon Ratchasima is another favorite stop in Thailand. Start your sightseeing at Night Safari Korat, Wat Chai Mongkol and Wat Na Pha That.