Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): what you need to know
Around 9 hours 25 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport.
The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7, which is four hours ahead of Istanbul.
You can choose from 35 weekly Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flights. The 01:35 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest available. Turkish Airlines operates the last service of the day at 21:00.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your IST to BKK flight.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Thai Airways International is your ticket to exploring Bangkok (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Thailand!). Browse the direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport offered by this airline.
Most travellers choose to fly with Thai Airways International on this route.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between IST and BKK include:
Vancouver International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight is 205 €. A round-trip fare is currently 384 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from IST to BKK.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from IST to BKK by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to IST:
Arriving at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:
Explore without limits with a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and see more of Bangkok and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from central Bangkok. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Bangkok based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport for April if you want to go to Bangkok during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from IST to BKK in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Thailand you'll want to see. About 467 kilometres north-east of Bangkok, a visit to Udon Thani will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
Around 64 kilometres south-east of Bangkok, Chon Buri is another favourite stop in Thailand. No visit is complete without checking out Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall.