Flying from Bangkok to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): What you need to know
Start your travel planning by working out where you'll board your flight from Bangkok to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are Bangkok's main airports.
Around 12 hours 5 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct Bangkok to Frankfurt Airport flight.
Frankfurt is six hours behind Bangkok. Frankfurt Airport is located in Frankfurt, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most popular route. There are 20 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, hop on the last flight with Thai Airways International at 11:45pm. Choose the first BKK to FRA departure with Thai Airways International at 12:25pm if you'd rather get going earlier.
To ensure you catch your flight from Bangkok to FRA, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
With more travellers during high season, it's a good idea to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
You can jump on a direct flight from Bangkok to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
Thai Airways International is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Bangkok to Frankfurt Airport departing from BKK.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between BKK and FRA is Thai Airways International.
Condor is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 79.07% of its services landing on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Bangkok to FRA. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Travelling from central Bangkok to BKK takes about 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kms (20 miles) in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Bangkok to Frankfurt Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Suvarnabhumi Airport:
When it comes to Suvarnabhumi Airport's on-time performance, 67.87% of flights complete their journey on time.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Split up your flight from Bangkok to Frankfurt Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Popular stopovers between Don Mueang International Airport and FRA include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
You can get to DMK from central Bangkok in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 27 kms (17 miles) or so.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Don Mueang International Airport the day before your Bangkok to FRA flight:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 66.48%.
About Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Bangkok to Frankfurt Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near FRA:
Go where the road takes you with a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and see more of Frankfurt and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride around three weeks ahead of your Bangkok to Frankfurt Airport flight.
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
Central Frankfurt is around 7 miles from Frankfurt Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Currently, £167 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Frankfurt Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £422. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snap up cheap flights from Bangkok to FRA, book your ticket five months ahead of your departure date.
October is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Bangkok to Frankfurt Airport ticket. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Bangkok to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). July is the peak month for travel to Frankfurt. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your Bangkok to FRA plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Frankfurt Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Frankfurt
After booking your flight from Bangkok to Frankfurt Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Frankfurt:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Frankfurt Christmas Market, Frankfurt Book Fair and Holocaust Memorial are attractions you won't want to skip in Frankfurt.
Explore more of Germany
Essen is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Frankfurt. Around 193 kms (120 miles) away to the north-west, top sights here include PACT Zollverein, Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex in Essen and Philharmonie Essen.
Around 145 kms (90 miles) south of Frankfurt, Stuttgart is another essential stop in Germany. No visit is complete without checking out Porsche Museum, Mercedes-Benz Museum and Marienplatz.
