Flying from Bangkok to Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (SWA): What you need to know
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) is Bangkok's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Bangkok to Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (SWA) taking off from here.
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 55 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Bangkok to Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport flight.
The timezone in Shantou is UTC+8, which is one hour ahead of Bangkok. Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport is located in Shantou.
You can pick from 11 direct services a week between Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) and Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (SWA). This is the most popular route when departing from Bangkok.
Your flight from Bangkok to SWA won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling over a peak time like February? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Go straight to your destination from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK). Direct flights from Bangkok to Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (SWA) are available from here.
Spring Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Bangkok to Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport departing from BKK.
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with Spring Airlines from BKK to SWA.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate on this route is China Southern.
Located around 31 kilometres from central Bangkok, BKK can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Bangkok to Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
73% of flights that take off from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport land at their destination on time.
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Bangkok to Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport and SWA:
Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG)
Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)
Changsha Huanghua International Airport (CSX)
You can arrive at DMK from the centre of Bangkok in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to travel the 24 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Bangkok to SWA flight? Unwind in a hotel near Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time performance of 60%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on time.
About Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (SWA)
Reserve a hotel near SWA if you're catching a late flight from Bangkok to Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
Getting from Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (SWA) to central Shantou
Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport to central Shantou is about 11 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a taxi, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (SWA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport is ₹ 9,452. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 17,685. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from Bangkok to SWA, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap Bangkok to Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (SWA)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning your trip dates. December is the quietest month to visit Shantou. February is when most people book flights from Bangkok to Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (SWA), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Book a Bangkok to SWA plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Shantou to range from 26ºC to 32ºC.
January has temperatures of between 9ºC and 20ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Shantou
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Shantou right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Bangkok to Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Beishan Bay, Longhu Beach Tourist Resort and Lveniaowei Mountain are essential stops on your Shantou itinerary.
Explore more of China
Shantou has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of China you should also see. Around 290 kilometres west of Shantou, a visit to Shenzhen will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Huangshan Mountain, The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes.
Hong Kong is another favourite destination in China and is around 290 kilometres southwest of Shantou. No trip is complete without a visit to Hong Kong Island, Victoria Harbour and Victoria Peak.