Travelling from Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport (SAI) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport to Bangkok and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Bangkok's timezone is UTC+7, which is the same as Siem Reap (the location of Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport).
Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport (SAI) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is the most popular route, with 33 weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from SAI to BKK is with Bangkok Airways at 19:35. Go for the first departure operated by Bangkok Airways at 09:40 if you want to get going early.
To ensure you catch your flight from SAI to Bangkok, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling over a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can catch a direct flight from Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport to Bangkok that lands at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
Choose from a variety of airlines that operate direct flights from Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport to Bangkok. Book your journey with one of these:
We make it easy to find a flight from SAI to Bangkok that includes a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
If you have a passport from Cambodia, you will need an embassy visa to visit Thailand. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport to Bangkok for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you make travel plans and definitely before you fly.
To get to SAI from central Siem Reap, it takes around 59 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Spending the night in a hotel can take the hassle out of reaching the airport on time. If you're looking for somewhere to stay before your flight from Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport to Bangkok, check out Chansor Community Homestay 18. It's a quick drive from SAI.
How to find the cheapest flights from Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport (SAI) to Bangkok
P3,739 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport to Bangkok. A return flight starts at P6,713. These prices may change depending on demand.
Score cheap tickets from SAI to Bangkok by booking 4 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
December is the cheapest month for tickets from Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport to Bangkok. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is around 32 kilometres from central Bangkok. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 35 minutes.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 6 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport to Bangkok, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near BKK:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is roughly 27 kilometres from the centre of Bangkok. Following your flight from Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport to Bangkok, it'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also opt for public transport, which will take about 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near DMK. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from SAI to Bangkok:
Best time to go to Bangkok
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport to Bangkok while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Bangkok, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport to Bangkok, think about the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Bangkok, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 37ºC.
Look for cheap flights from SAI to Bangkok in December if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC on average.
More about Bangkok
After booking your flight from Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport to Bangkok, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bangkok:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew are essential stops on your Bangkok itinerary.
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