Travelling from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport is 5 hours 15 minutes.
Bangkok's timezone is UTC+7, making Bangkok one hour behind Beijing.
Flights from PEK to BKK start from 06:45 — the first with Thai Airways International. The latest departure is at 21:05 with Hainan Airlines. Overall, there are 43 weekly Beijing Capital International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your PEK to BKK flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Bangkok adventure, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see corner of Thailand:
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Air China.
Hainan Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates PEK to BKK flights. An exceptional 90.16% of its services on this route arrive as planned.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Beijing Capital International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between PEK and BKK:
Taiyuan Wusu International Airport
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
At the moment, P5,390 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Beijing Capital International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is P10,258. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from PEK to BKK by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport.
Handy information about Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
When it comes to Beijing Capital International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.67% of flights complete their journey on time.
Beijing Capital International Airport is about 31 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near PEK. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Beijing Capital International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bangkok and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport to the centre of Bangkok has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Bangkok. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Bangkok, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PEK to BKK in December. Temperatures average between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF) then.
Explore more of Thailand
Udon Thani is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be explored after you've experienced Bangkok. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include 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. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall.