Flying from Bangkok to Incheon International Airport (ICN): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Bangkok. Explore your options leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) when organising your flight from Bangkok to Incheon International Airport (ICN).
The average time for a direct flight from Bangkok to Incheon International Airport is 5 hours 37 minutes.
Incheon International Airport is located in Seoul. The city operates in the UTC+9 timezone and is 2 hours ahead of Bangkok.
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the most popular route. There are 137 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, take the last flight with Asiana Airlines at 23:55. Go for the first BKK to ICN departure operated by Korean Air at 00:10 if you want to get going earlier.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Bangkok to ICN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Get a head start by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Get to your destination in one go from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Nonstop flights from Bangkok to Incheon International Airport (ICN) can be booked from here.
A variety of airlines at BKK offer direct flights from Bangkok to Incheon International Airport. The most popular include:
We make it easy to find a flight from Bangkok to ICN with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between BKK and ICN include:
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)
The distance from central Bangkok to BKK is approximately 32 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Have an early flight from Bangkok to Incheon International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near Suvarnabhumi Airport:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Prefer to leave from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)? You can reserve a direct flight from Bangkok to Incheon International Airport (ICN) departing from this busy hub.
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Bangkok to Incheon International Airport. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these options between Don Mueang International Airport and ICN:
Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
On public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in about 1 hour and 5 minutes. The terminal is roughly 27 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Consider staying at one of these hotels near Don Mueang International Airport the day before your flight from Bangkok to ICN:
About Incheon International Airport (ICN)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Bangkok to Incheon International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near ICN:
Getting from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
Incheon International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central Seoul. How long it'll take to get to the centre by cab or car rental will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour and 44 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
For a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Incheon International Airport, P4,584 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just P8,892. These are the lowest fares right now and may vary based on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from Bangkok to ICN, reserve your journey 9 months before your planned departure.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Bangkok to Incheon International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Set up a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll be the first to know when the fares drop. Timing is key for finding cheap tickets from Bangkok to ICN.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Bangkok to Incheon International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Bangkok to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Bangkok to Incheon International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Seoul, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Seoul. The warmest month is August. Lock in your flights from Bangkok to ICN sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 32ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Bangkok to Incheon International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Seoul
Once you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Incheon International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Seoul:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Seoul itinerary.
Complete your Seoul trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Bangkok to Incheon International Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Seoul. Browse the deals and easily compare options on price, pick-up convenience, and more.