Flying from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Approximately 6 hours 14 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Narita International Airport to Bangkok.
Bangkok is 2 hours behind Tokyo, where Narita International Airport is located. Bangkok operates on the UTC+7 timezone.
With 82 weekly flights between the two airports, Narita International Airport (NRT) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is the busiest route. Thai AirAsia X operates the earliest flight at 09:15. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from NRT to BKK is with Thai AirAsia X at 20:40.
To ensure you catch your flight from NRT to Bangkok, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
You can catch a direct flight from Narita International Airport to Bangkok that arrives at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
Direct flights from Narita International Airport to Bangkok are operated by a good range of airlines. Book your seat with any of these:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for flights from NRT to Bangkok, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
If you have a passport from Japan, you'll need an embassy visa to enter Thailand. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Narita International Airport to Bangkok for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and definitely before flying.
To get to NRT from central Tokyo, it'll take about 58 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 40 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Narita International Airport to Bangkok? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near NRT:
How to find the cheapest flights from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Bangkok
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Narita International Airport to Bangkok is £93. The cheapest price for a return flight is £154. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap tickets from NRT to Bangkok by booking at least 1 month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
September is the cheapest month for tickets from Narita International Airport to Bangkok. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Narita International Airport to Bangkok, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is approximately 20 miles. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 6 minutes.
Book a hotel close to BKK if you're catching a late flight from Narita International Airport to Bangkok. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
The centre of Bangkok is located around 17 miles from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). After your flight from Narita International Airport to Bangkok has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 30 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near DMK. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from NRT to Bangkok:
Best time to go to Bangkok
July is the most popular month to board a flight from Narita International Airport to Bangkok while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Bangkok, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from Narita International Airport to Bangkok in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
December sees average temperatures of between 19ºC and 33ºC. Look for cheap flights from NRT to Bangkok sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Bangkok
Start your Bangkok trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Narita International Airport to Bangkok, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew are top attractions which should be on any good Bangkok itinerary.
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