Travelling from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) to Beijing: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport to Beijing is 5 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8. The city is one hour ahead of Bangkok, where Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport is located.
With 36 weekly flights between the two airports, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the most popular route. Hainan Airlines operates the earliest flight at 00:40. If you prefer to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last departure from BKK to PEK is with Thai Airways International at 23:40.
Leave plenty of time to catch your BKK to Beijing flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as February? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport to Beijing tickets are available for booking. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is where you'll be landing.
A variety of airlines operate direct flights from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport to Beijing. Some of the most popular are:
We make it easy to book plane tickets from BKK to Beijing with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
The journey from central Bangkok to BKK takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport to Beijing? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near BKK:
73% of flights taking off from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport land at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) to Beijing
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport to Beijing flight is ₹ 11,092. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 18,115. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap flights from BKK to Beijing by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for picking up a bargain.
The best month for scoring cheap Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport to Beijing tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BKK to Beijing by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is around 27 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 45 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near PEK if you have a late flight from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport to Beijing. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
To lock in the best rate, book your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport a few weeks before your flight from BKK to Beijing. Rates generally rise closer to your day of departure.
The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Once your flight from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport to Beijing has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Beijing is roughly 48 kilometres from Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX).
You can expect the trip to take about 45 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near PKX. Settle in and get cosy after your BKK to Beijing flight at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Beijing
August is the busiest month for flights from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport to Beijing. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Beijing in December.
Before booking a Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport to Beijing plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. June is the warmest month in Beijing, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 37ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC and 4ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from BKK to Beijing around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Beijing
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Beijing right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport to Beijing:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square are must-do's during your Beijing adventure.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Beijing. Around 113 kilometres away to the southeast, its top attractions include Haihe River, China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre.
Around 418 kilometres south of Beijing, Tai'an is another essential stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake.