Travelling from Bangkok to Siem Reap Angkor Airport (SAI): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Bangkok. Explore your options leaving from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) or Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) when booking your flight from Bangkok to Siem Reap Angkor Airport (SAI).
1 hour 15 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Bangkok to Siem Reap Angkor Airport flight.
Siem Reap Angkor Airport is located in Siem Reap. The city's timezone is UTC+7 — the same as Bangkok.
With 27 direct flights a week between the two airports, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) to Siem Reap Angkor Airport (SAI) is the busiest route. Bangkok Airways operates the earliest flight at 7:40am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last flight from BKK to SAI is with Emirates at 8:10pm.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Bangkok to SAI.
Flying during a peak time such as February? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Take the express route from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK). Direct flights from Bangkok to Siem Reap Angkor Airport (SAI) operate from here.
At BKK, there's a range of carriers that offer direct flights from Bangkok to Siem Reap Angkor Airport, such as:
Bangkok Airways is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from BKK to SAI.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate on this route is Thai Airways.
Located around 31 kilometres from the centre of Bangkok, BKK can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Bangkok to Siem Reap Angkor Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
68% of flights leaving from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
You can book a direct Bangkok to Siem Reap Angkor Airport (SAI) plane ticket out of Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). Decide if leaving from DMK is a better fit for your trip.
From DMK, direct flights from Bangkok to SAI can be booked with Thai AirAsia.
Thai AirAsia is the top choice for passengers flying from DMK to SAI.
Flights between Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport and Siem Reap Angkor Airport are more likely to arrive as scheduled with Thai AirAsia compared to other carriers.
DMK is about 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 hotels near Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport the day before your Bangkok to SAI flight:
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time performance of 66%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that take off from this airport arrive on schedule.
About Siem Reap Angkor Airport (SAI)
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Getting from Siem Reap Angkor Airport (SAI) to central Siem Reap
Siem Reap Angkor Airport to the centre of Siem Reap is about 40 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a taxi, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Siem Reap Angkor Airport (SAI)
75 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Siem Reap Angkor Airport. Return flights start at 157 €. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Book eight months before flying. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Bangkok to SAI.
Plan your trip for January. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on Bangkok to Siem Reap Angkor Airport tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Siem Reap Angkor Airport (SAI)
January is the busiest month for flights from Bangkok to Siem Reap Angkor Airport (SAI). Visit Siem Reap in October if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Before locking in your Bangkok to SAI plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Siem Reap, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
January has temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Siem Reap Angkor Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Siem Reap
Once you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Siem Reap Angkor Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Siem Reap:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Angkor Thom, Bayon Temple and Ta Prohm are attractions you won't want to skip in Siem Reap.
Explore more of Cambodia
Siem Reap has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Cambodia waiting to be discovered. Around 209 kilometres south of Siem Reap, a trip to Phnom Penh will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Royal Palace, Genocide museum and Moonlight Pavilion.
Time for another stop? Head for Ta Khmau. It's roughly 225 kilometres south of Siem Reap and features highlights including Statue of Ta Khmau and AV.