Travelling from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Bangkok: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from New Chitose Airport to Bangkok is 6 hours 35 minutes.
Bangkok is two hours behind Sapporo, where New Chitose Airport is located. Bangkok runs on the UTC+7 timezone.
With seven weekly flights between the two airports, New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is the most popular route. Board Thai Airways International's 10:00 flight to get your trip from CTS to BKK underway.
To avoid rushing for your CTS to Bangkok flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
You can book a direct New Chitose Airport to Bangkok ticket. Start your trip at CTS and land at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
Take to the skies with Thai Airways International. This airline operates direct flights from New Chitose Airport to Bangkok.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tick a new city off your list. When searching for plane tickets from CTS to Bangkok, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Haneda Airport (HND)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
CTS is around 40 kilometres from central Sapporo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near CTS. Whether you've booked an early flight from New Chitose Airport to Bangkok or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of New Chitose Airport, 69.64% of flights complete their journey on time.
The address for CTS is 987 Bibi, Chitose.
How to find the cheapest flights from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Bangkok
The lowest price we've found for a one-way New Chitose Airport to Bangkok flight is 120 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 248 €. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from CTS to Bangkok, reserve your journey three months ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for picking up cheap New Chitose Airport to Bangkok tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The distance from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is roughly 32 kilometres. It'll take you about 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from New Chitose Airport to Bangkok, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near BKK:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bangkok and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Suvarnabhumi Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from CTS to Bangkok can help you secure the lowest rate.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Central Bangkok is located around 27 kilometres from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). After your flight from New Chitose Airport to Bangkok has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 30 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near DMK. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your CTS to Bangkok flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz make picking up a Don Mueang International Airport rental car quick and easy. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from DMK three weeks in advance often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bangkok
Travel to Bangkok during high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from New Chitose Airport to Bangkok in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Before locking in your New Chitose Airport to Bangkok plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. April is the warmest month in Bangkok, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CTS to Bangkok in December when temperatures average between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
More about Bangkok
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Bangkok right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from New Chitose Airport to Bangkok:
Wat Arun and Grand Palace are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Bangkok travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Wat Phra Kaew.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Thailand you should also see. About 467 kilometres north-east of Bangkok, a trip to Udon Thani will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
Nakhon Ratchasima is another must-experience destination in Thailand and is around 225 kilometres north-east of Bangkok. No journey is complete without experiencing Art and Culture Centre, Vongchavalitkul University, Wat Pa Salwan (Burapha Chan Chedi) and บ้านสวนเกษตรอินทรีย์ (บ้านสวนในซอย).
