Flying from Gaggal Airport (DHM) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Gaggal Airport is located in Dharamsala. Following the UTC+7 timezone, Bangkok is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Dharamsala.
Give yourself enough time to catch your DHM to Bangkok flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to visit a new city or just have a break during your travels. When booking your plane ticket from DHM to Bangkok, deselect 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is a great option.
DHM is around 8 kilometres from central Dharamsala. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near DHM. Whether you're catching an early flight from Gaggal Airport to Bangkok or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:
86.02% of flights leaving Gaggal Airport arrive at their destination as planned. Given its strong on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from DHM.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gaggal Airport (DHM) to Bangkok
136 € is currently the best price for a one-way Gaggal Airport to Bangkok flight. A return plane ticket starts at 315 €. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from DHM to Bangkok, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to the centre of Bangkok takes around 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to get there by public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel near BKK if you have a late flight from Gaggal Airport to Bangkok. Select one of these options and make arrival day easier:
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.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from DHM to Bangkok.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
The centre of Bangkok is located around 27 kilometres from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). Once your flight from Gaggal Airport to Bangkok has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 30 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so.
There are some great places to rest your head close to DMK. Unwind and get cosy after your DHM to Bangkok flight at any of these well-located options:
Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz make picking up a Don Mueang International Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from DMK three weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bangkok
Before locking in your flights from Gaggal Airport to Bangkok, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Bangkok offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season brings better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Book a Gaggal Airport to Bangkok plane ticket with a departure in April if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from DHM to Bangkok in December if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF) on average.
More about Bangkok
After booking your flight from Gaggal Airport to Bangkok, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bangkok:
Wat Arun and Grand Palace are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Bangkok must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Wat Phra Kaew.
Explore more of Thailand
You've seen Bangkok, now it's time to discover other corners of Thailand. Journey around 467 kilometres north-east to Udon Thani to check off its leading sights. From Nong Prajak Public Park to Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 225 kilometres north-east of Bangkok, Nakhon Ratchasima is another favourite stop in Thailand. Start your sightseeing at Art and Culture Centre, Vongchavalitkul University, Wat Pa Salwan (Burapha Chan Chedi) and บ้านสวนเกษตรอินทรีย์ (บ้านสวนในซอย).
