Travelling from Glasgow to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): What you need to know
Glasgow is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Glasgow to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
Suvarnabhumi Airport is located in Bangkok. The city follows the UTC+7 timezone and is seven hours ahead of Glasgow.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Glasgow to BKK.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Glasgow to BKK leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
GLA is about 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Glasgow to Suvarnabhumi Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Glasgow International Airport:
70.07% of flights departing from Glasgow International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
With public transport, you can travel from central Glasgow to PIK in about 55 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Glasgow to BKK flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76.7%.
About Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Consider booking a hotel close to BKK if you have a late flight from Glasgow to Suvarnabhumi Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
Grab a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car and discover Bangkok and beyond with your own wheels. Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Glasgow to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport to the centre of Bangkok is about 27 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary based on traffic and the time of day.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Suvarnabhumi Airport is 258 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 495 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Glasgow to BKK if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Glasgow to Suvarnabhumi Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Glasgow to Suvarnabhumi Airport.
The best time to fly from Glasgow to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Glasgow to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). July is the busiest month to travel to Bangkok. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in April.
Lock in a Glasgow to BKK plane ticket departing in April if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Bangkok to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Glasgow to Suvarnabhumi Airport in December when temperatures are between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
More about Bangkok
After booking your flight from Glasgow to Suvarnabhumi Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bangkok:
There are plenty of fantastic things to do in Bangkok when you're ready to sightsee. Head straight for Grand Palace followed by Wat Phra Kaew and The Royal Place 2.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Thailand waiting to be explored. Around 209 kilometres north-east of Bangkok, a visit to Nakhon Ratchasima will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Night Safari Korat, Saveone Night Market and Butterfly Park.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Thailand, head for Rayong, about 129 kilometres south-east of Bangkok. Saeng Chan Beach, Mae Rumphueng Beach and Mae Ramphueng Beach are among its highlights.
