Travelling from Bangkok to Yiwu Airport (YIW): What you need to know
Yiwu is one hour ahead of Bangkok. Yiwu Airport is located in Yiwu, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Bangkok to YIW, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like February, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Airports in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Bangkok to YIW. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
BKK is about 31 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Bangkok to Yiwu Airport, these accommodation options will put you conveniently close to check-in:
Of all flights departing from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport, 68% land on time at their destination.
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Cross another spot off your travel list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Bangkok to Yiwu Airport, check out these options when heading out from Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG)
Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (SWA)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in around 1 hour 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport the day before your Bangkok to YIW flight:
66% of all departures from Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Yiwu Airport (YIW)
Consider booking a hotel close to YIW if you have a late flight from Bangkok to Yiwu Airport. Select one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
YIW is located at W Ring Rd..
Getting from Yiwu Airport (YIW) to central Yiwu
Central Yiwu is around 14 kilometres from Yiwu Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Yiwu Airport (YIW)
127 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Yiwu Airport. Return flights start from 226 €. These prices may change based on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Bangkok to YIW if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Bangkok to Yiwu Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Yiwu Airport (YIW)
January is the busiest month for flights from Bangkok to Yiwu Airport (YIW). Plan your visit to Yiwu in September for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Yiwu is August, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Lock in your Bangkok to YIW plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Yiwu Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Yiwu
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Yiwu right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Yiwu Airport:
Old Station 1970 Cultural and Creative Park and Dishuiyan Scenic Spot are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Yiwu itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Yiwu Palm Bay.
Explore more of China
Shanghai is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Yiwu. Around 257 kilometres away to the northeast, popular attractions include Shanghai Museum, Shanghai Tower and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue.
Around 225 kilometres north of Yiwu, Suzhou is another essential stop in China. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Humble Administrator's Garden, Lingering Garden and Pingjiang Road.