Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 10 hours 21 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Bangkok.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is located in Istanbul. Operating on the UTC+7 timezone, Bangkok is 4 hours ahead of Istanbul.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is the most popular route, with 35 weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from IST to BKK is with Turkish Airlines at 21:00. Choose the first departure operated by Turkish Airlines at 01:35 if you want to get going early.
To ensure you get on your flight from IST to Bangkok, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
You can book a nonstop flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Bangkok. Begin your journey at IST and touch down at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
Book your seat with Turkish Airlines. This well-known carrier operates direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Bangkok.
We make it easy to book a flight from IST to Bangkok that includes a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
If you hold a passport from Türkiye (Turkey), you will need an embassy visa to enter Thailand. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Bangkok for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you make travel plans and definitely before flying.
IST is around 30 miles from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 45 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to IST? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Bangkok, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Bangkok
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Bangkok is £181. The cheapest price for a return flight is £325. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from IST to Bangkok.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Bangkok. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is approximately 20 miles. It'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour and 6 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Bangkok, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near BKK:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is around 17 miles from the centre of Bangkok. Following your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Bangkok, it'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also opt for public transport, which will take around 1 hour and 5 minutes.
After your flight from IST to Bangkok, kick back at a hotel close to DMK. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Bangkok
July is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Bangkok. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Bangkok in April when things are quieter.
Before booking a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Bangkok, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Bangkok, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 37ºC.
Search for cheap flights from IST to Bangkok in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC on average.
More about Bangkok
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Bangkok right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Bangkok:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew are must-do's during your Bangkok adventure.
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