Travelling from Bangkok to Senai International Airport (JHB): What you need to know
Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Bangkok. Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Bangkok to Senai International Airport (JHB) jetting off from here.
Senai International Airport is located in Johor Bahru. The city follows the UTC+8 timezone and is one hour ahead of Bangkok.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Bangkok to JHB. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as February, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Airports in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Bangkok to JHB leaving from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Penang International Airport (PEN)
Located around 31 kilometres from central Bangkok, BKK can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bangkok to Senai International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Of the departures from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport, 73% land on time at their destination.
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Consider flying out of Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). You can book a direct Bangkok to Senai International Airport (JHB) plane ticket with departures from here.
Board your direct flight from Bangkok to JHB with Thai AirAsia. This is one of the leading carriers that operates this route out of DMK.
Thai AirAsia is the top choice for travellers flying from DMK to JHB.
With 77.08% of services arriving as planned, Thai AirAsia is the top on-time carrier flying between Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport and Senai International Airport.
DMK is around 24 kilometres from central Bangkok. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport the day before your Bangkok to JHB flight:
60% of flights departing Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Senai International Airport (JHB)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Bangkok to Senai International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near JHB instead:
For the best deal, reserve your ride around three weeks ahead of your Bangkok to Senai International Airport flight.
Getting from Senai International Airport (JHB) to central Johor Bahru
From Senai International Airport, central Johor Bahru is around 27 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Senai International Airport (JHB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Senai International Airport is 74 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 152 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from Bangkok to JHB, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Bangkok to Senai International Airport ticket.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Bangkok to Senai International Airport.
The best time to fly from Bangkok to Senai International Airport (JHB)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Bangkok to Senai International Airport (JHB). February is the busiest month to travel to Johor Bahru. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in December.
The warmest month in Johor Bahru is April, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your Bangkok to JHB plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Bangkok to Senai International Airport in January when temperatures are between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Johor Bahru
After booking your flight from Bangkok to Senai International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Johor Bahru:
There are loads of things to do in Johor Bahru when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick things off at Raja Maha Mariamman Temple followed by Grand Palace Park (Istana Besar) and Zaharah Botanic Gardens.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've seen Johor Bahru, now it's time to explore other parts of Malaysia. Travel about 274 kilometres northwest to Kuala Lumpur to check off its leading sights. From Petronas Twin Towers to Sky Terrace KL Tower and Warisan Merdeka Tower, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Subang Jaya is another essential stop in Malaysia and is around 274 kilometres northwest of Johor Bahru. No trip is complete without visiting Sri Varatharaja Perumal Temple, Kuil Sree Maha Kaliamman and Al-Irsyad Mosque.