Travelling from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Bangkok is seven hours ahead of Newcastle, where Newcastle International Airport is located. Bangkok observes the UTC+7 timezone.
To avoid missing your NCL to Bangkok flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from NCL to Bangkok with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The journey from central Newcastle to NCL takes about 30 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Newcastle International Airport to Bangkok? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near NCL:
Of the departures from Newcastle International Airport, 71.29% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Bangkok
299 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Newcastle International Airport to Bangkok flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 590 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from NCL to Bangkok if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Landing cheap tickets from Newcastle International Airport to Bangkok is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the best prices across every month and pick up a fantastic deal.
Snapping up a cheap flight from NCL to Bangkok is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you when the price has dropped.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Newcastle International Airport to Bangkok.
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.
It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Think about booking a hotel close to BKK if you're coming in on a late flight from Newcastle International Airport to Bangkok. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own pace with a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and find adventure across Bangkok and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Suvarnabhumi Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from NCL to Bangkok.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Once your flight from Newcastle International Airport to Bangkok has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Bangkok is roughly 27 kilometres from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to DMK. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your NCL to Bangkok flight:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Don Mueang International Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the rates and availability from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz.
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from DMK three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bangkok
Visit Bangkok in peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Newcastle International Airport to Bangkok during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
When booking your Newcastle International Airport to Bangkok plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Bangkok, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from NCL to Bangkok in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF) on average.
More about Bangkok
After booking your flight from Newcastle International Airport to Bangkok, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bangkok:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Wat Arun, Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew are popular attractions which should feature on every Bangkok itinerary.
Explore more of Thailand
You've visited Bangkok, now it's time to discover more of Thailand. Travel about 467 kilometres north-east to Udon Thani to check off its leading attractions. From Nong Prajak Public Park to Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Nakhon Ratchasima is another sought-after 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).
