Flying from Bangkok to Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC): What you need to know
Manado is one hour ahead of Bangkok. Sam Ratulangi International Airport is located in Manado, which runs on the UTC+8 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Bangkok to MDC. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like February. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Whether you're eager to explore a new place on the way or just have a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To check out your options departing from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Bangkok to MDC.
Travelling from central Bangkok to BKK takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Bangkok to Sam Ratulangi International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just the thing:
68% of flights taking off from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport reach their destination on time.
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Bangkok to Sam Ratulangi International Airport. Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is a popular option between Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport and MDC.
DMK is around 24 kilometres from central Bangkok. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Bangkok to MDC flight? Unwind in a hotel near Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport before your adventure officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
66% of flights taking off from Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Bangkok to Sam Ratulangi International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near MDC instead:
Start your adventure the moment you land with a Sam Ratulangi International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from TRAC Astra Rent A Car to explore beyond Manado's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Bangkok to Sam Ratulangi International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC) to central Manado
From Sam Ratulangi International Airport, central Manado is around 13 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It typically takes 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Sam Ratulangi International Airport is 152 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 313 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from Bangkok to MDC, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Bangkok to Sam Ratulangi International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Bangkok to Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC). October is the most popular month to visit Manado. If crowds aren't your thing, go in June.
Before locking in your Bangkok to MDC plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. September is the warmest month in Manado, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Bangkok to Sam Ratulangi International Airport in March when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Manado
After booking your flight from Bangkok to Sam Ratulangi International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Manado:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Two Fish Divers Manado, North launch/ tumpa paragliding and Malalayang Beach Walk are highlights which should be on every Manado itinerary.
Explore more of Indonesia
Manado has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Indonesia just waiting to be discovered. About 241 kilometres southwest of Manado, a trip to Gorontalo will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Botubarani Beach, Oluhuta Beach and Baiturrahim Great Mosque.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Indonesia, consider Ternate, roughly 290 kilometres east of Manado. Sulamadaha beach, Masjid Raya Al Munawwar Ternate and Taman Sakura are key reasons to visit.
