Travelling from Bangkok to Cardiff Airport (CWL): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports where your trip can begin in Bangkok. Check out your options leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) when planning your flight from Bangkok to Cardiff Airport (CWL).
Cardiff Airport is located in Cardiff. The city is in the UTC+0 timezone and is seven hours behind Bangkok.
To ensure you catch your flight from Bangkok to CWL, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
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 international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Bangkok to CWL even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to discover where you could make a quick stop. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is an option when departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
Travelling from central Bangkok to BKK takes about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Suvarnabhumi Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bangkok to Cardiff Airport, these accommodation options will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Suvarnabhumi Airport, data shows 67.87% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
You can arrive at DMK from central Bangkok in approximately 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 27 kilometres or so.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Don Mueang International Airport the day before your Bangkok to CWL flight:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 66.48%.
About Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Have a late flight from Bangkok to Cardiff Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near CWL and fast-forward to bedtime:
Hit the road running by picking up a Cardiff Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Enterprise and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cardiff and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Bangkok to Cardiff Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to central Cardiff
Central Cardiff is about 14 kilometres from Cardiff Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Cardiff Airport is 236 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 651 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Bangkok to CWL. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Cheap Bangkok to Cardiff Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Find an affordable flight from Bangkok to Cardiff Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Bangkok to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
April is the quietest month for flights from Bangkok to Cardiff Airport (CWL), while June is the busiest. Find the best time to visit Cardiff based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Bangkok to CWL plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Cardiff, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 22ºC (72ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Bangkok to Cardiff Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Cardiff
After booking your flight from Bangkok to Cardiff Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Cardiff:
Cardiff Castle and St Fagans National History Museum are just two of the big attractions to add to your Cardiff to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Cardiff Bay.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've done Cardiff, now it's time to discover other corners of the United Kingdom. Travel around 225 kilometres east to London to tick off its top sights. From The British Museum to Westminster Abbey and Big Ben, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 153 kilometres north-east of Cardiff, Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
