Travelling from Ballina Byron Airport (BNK) to Bangkok: what you need to know
The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7. The city is four hours behind Ballina, where Ballina Byron Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your BNK to Bangkok flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
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BNK is around 2 kilometres from central Ballina. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 15 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near BNK? If you're boarding an early flight from Ballina Byron Airport to Bangkok, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
78.1% of flights that take off from Ballina Byron Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ballina Byron Airport (BNK) to Bangkok
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Ballina Byron Airport to Bangkok flight is 632 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 440 €. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from BNK to Bangkok. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Landing cheap tickets from Ballina Byron Airport to Bangkok is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to access the best prices across every month and score an awesome deal.
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Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The distance from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes about 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Ballina Byron Airport to Bangkok, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near BKK:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and explore beyond Bangkok's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks before your flight from BNK to Bangkok.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is roughly 27 kilometres from the centre of Bangkok. Once you've hopped off your flight from Ballina Byron Airport to Bangkok, it'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near DMK. Kick back and get cosy after your BNK to Bangkok flight at one of these well-located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab queues. Grab a Don Mueang International Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare offers from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at DMK will save you money.
Best time to go to Bangkok
Before scheduling your flights from Ballina Byron Airport to Bangkok, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Bangkok offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Book a Ballina Byron Airport to Bangkok plane ticket with a departure in April to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BNK to Bangkok in December when temperatures average between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
More about Bangkok
After booking your flight from Ballina Byron Airport to Bangkok, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bangkok:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Wat Arun, Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew are highlights which should feature on any good Bangkok itinerary.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Thailand waiting to be discovered. About 467 kilometres north-east of Bangkok, a visit to Udon Thani will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
Around 225 kilometres north-east of Bangkok, Nakhon Ratchasima is another favourite stop in Thailand. No visit is complete without checking out Art and Culture Centre, Vongchavalitkul University, Wat Pa Salwan (Burapha Chan Chedi) and บ้านสวนเกษตรอินทรีย์ (บ้านสวนในซอย).
