Traveling from Tokyo to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): What you need to know
Start your vacation planning by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Tokyo to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are the main airports in Tokyo.
Expect to be traveling for 6 hours 45 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Tokyo to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight.
Suvarnabhumi Airport is located in Bangkok. The city operates on the UTC+7 timezone and is two hours behind Tokyo.
The busiest route is from Haneda Airport (HND) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), with 49 direct weekly services. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from HND to BKK is the 12:05am JAL option. If a later flight fits your day better, the last departure is at 11:25am with JAL.
To ensure you catch your flight from Tokyo to BKK, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
High season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Take the express route from Haneda Airport (HND). Direct flights from Tokyo to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) can be booked from here.
Leading airlines that offer direct flights from Tokyo to Suvarnabhumi Airport departing HND include:
The top choice among passengers flying between HND and BKK is ANA.
ANA is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Tokyo to BKK with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Haneda Airport (HND), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between HND and BKK include:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
HND is around 16 kilometers from central Tokyo. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Tokyo to Suvarnabhumi Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near Haneda Airport:
73.52% of flights taking off from Haneda Airport land at their destination on schedule.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
You can book a direct Tokyo to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) plane ticket with departures from Narita International Airport (NRT). Figure out if flying from NRT works better for your plans.
There are numerous airlines that operate direct flights from Tokyo to BKK. Here's a list of carriers that can take you straight to your next stop from NRT:
On the NRT to BKK route, Thai Airways International is the preferred choice for many passengers.
Flights between Narita International Airport and Suvarnabhumi Airport tend to arrive on time more often with Air Japan compared to other carriers.
Add another location to your travels or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Tokyo to Suvarnabhumi Airport, check out these options when setting off from Narita International Airport:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Depending on traffic conditions, you can drive to NRT from central Tokyo in about 1 hour. The airport is roughly 64 kilometers away.
Get your vacation started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Tokyo to BKK flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Narita International Airport:
Narita International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 70.53%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on time.
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
About Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
If you have a late flight from Tokyo to Suvarnabhumi Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near BKK:
Grab a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car and explore Bangkok and beyond with your own set of wheels. Chic Car Rent, asap car rental and Hertz are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Tokyo to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport is about 27 kilometers from central Bangkok. The time it takes to get there by cab or car rental will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes when traveling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
$102 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Suvarnabhumi Airport. Return flights start at $195. These fares may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Tokyo to BKK, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Affordable Tokyo to Suvarnabhumi Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Tokyo to BKK.
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The best time to fly from Tokyo to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Tokyo to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). July is the busiest month to visit Bangkok. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in April.
Book a Tokyo to BKK plane ticket departing in April if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Bangkok to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
December has temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Tokyo to Suvarnabhumi Airport around that time if you like 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. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Suvarnabhumi Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew and The Royal Place 2 are major attractions which should be on every Bangkok itinerary.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Thailand you should also see. About 209 kilometers north-east of Bangkok, a trip to Nakhon Ratchasima will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Night Safari Korat, Saveone Night Market and Butterfly Park.
If you're ready to explore another side of Thailand, head for Rayong, roughly 129 kilometers south-east of Bangkok. Saeng Chan Beach, Mae Rumphueng Beach and Mae Ramphueng Beach are highlights.
