Travelling from Bangkok to Narita International Airport (NRT): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports where your trip can begin in Bangkok. Check out your options departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) when searching for a flight from Bangkok to Narita International Airport (NRT).
Expect to be travelling for 6 hours 5 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Bangkok to Narita International Airport flight.
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9, which is two hours ahead of Bangkok. Narita International Airport is located in Tokyo.
With 45 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Narita International Airport (NRT) is the busiest route. Air Japan operates the earliest flight at 12:15am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last departure from BKK to NRT is with Air Japan at 11:55pm.
Your flight from Bangkok to NRT won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
High season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
You can find a direct flight from Bangkok to Narita International Airport (NRT) leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
Direct flights from Bangkok to Narita International Airport are available from a good number of airlines at BKK. Select your seat on any of these:
Thai Airways International sees the most traveller bookings for flights from BKK to NRT.
JAL is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Bangkok to NRT. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these airports:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Travelling from central Bangkok to BKK takes about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kms (20 miles) in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Suvarnabhumi Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Bangkok to Narita International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Suvarnabhumi Airport, data shows 67.87% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
You can book a direct Bangkok to Narita International Airport (NRT) plane ticket out of Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). Figure out if flying from DMK works better for your plans.
Thai AirAsia X has direct flights from Bangkok to NRT out of DMK. Book your favourite seat and reach your destination in a single journey.
Thai AirAsia X ranks number one in bookings on the DMK to NRT route.
Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from Bangkok to Narita International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Don Mueang International Airport and NRT:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
DMK is about 27 kms (17 miles) from central Bangkok. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Bangkok to NRT flight, stay in one of these hotels near Don Mueang International Airport:
66.48% of flights taking off from Don Mueang International Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Narita International Airport (NRT)
Have a late flight from Bangkok to Narita International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near NRT and hit the lights earlier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Narita International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Hire and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tokyo and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride around four weeks ahead of your Bangkok to Narita International Airport flight.
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Narita International Airport (NRT)
£91 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Narita International Airport. A return flight starts from £176. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Bangkok to NRT. Prices 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 Narita International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Narita International Airport (NRT)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Bangkok to Narita International Airport (NRT). July is the peak month for travel to Tokyo. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in April.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Bangkok to NRT plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Bangkok to Narita International Airport in February when temperatures are between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Tokyo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Tokyo right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Narita International Airport:
Tokyo Skytree and Tokyo Station are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Tokyo travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Fushimi Inari Daimyojin.
Explore more of Japan
You've visited Tokyo, now it's time to discover other corners of Japan. Journey around 322 kms (200 miles) west to Nagoya to check off its top sights. From Nagoya Castle to Sakura Park and Atsuta Shrine, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 209 kms (130 miles) south-west of Tokyo, Shizuoka is another essential stop in Japan. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Kiyomizu-dera, Japanese Garden and Uomachi Inari Shrine.