Flying from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Approximately 3 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Bagdogra Airport to Bangkok.
The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7. The city is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Bagdogra, where Bagdogra Airport is located.
With two weekly flights between the two airports, Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is the busiest route. Drukair operates the earliest flight at 12:45. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest flight from IXB to BKK is with Drukair at 17:15.
Allow plenty of time to catch your IXB to Bangkok flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Begin your journey at IXB and travel nonstop to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). That will be your arrival point when searching for Bagdogra Airport to Bangkok tickets.
Drukair is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Bagdogra Airport to Bangkok.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper flight ticket from IXB to Bangkok. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Travelling from central Bagdogra to IXB takes about 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 2 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Bagdogra Airport to Bangkok? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to IXB:
Of all flights departing from Bagdogra Airport, 73.66% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to Bangkok
₹ 9,206 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Bagdogra Airport to Bangkok flight. A round-trip ticket right now is ₹ 21,567. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Book one month before you want to travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from IXB to Bangkok.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Bagdogra Airport to Bangkok tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across each month.
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Find a cheap flight from Bagdogra Airport to Bangkok with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The distance from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes about 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Bagdogra Airport to Bangkok, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near BKK:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and venture far and wide through Bangkok and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from IXB to Bangkok can help you get the lowest rate.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is about 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. Once you've disembarked your flight from Bagdogra Airport to Bangkok, it'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so.
Following your IXB to Bangkok flight, unwind at a hotel close to DMK. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Don Mueang International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and be off and running.
Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from DMK three weeks in advance often means better deals and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bangkok
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Bagdogra Airport to Bangkok. The city comes alive during peak season, but hotel prices are usually higher and major attractions can be crowded. Visit Bangkok in the low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
Book a Bagdogra Airport to Bangkok flight ticket with a departure in April if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 37ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from IXB to Bangkok in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC on average.
More about Bangkok
After booking your flight from Bagdogra Airport to Bangkok, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bangkok:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Wat Arun, Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Bangkok itinerary.
Explore more of Thailand
You've visited Bangkok, now it's time to explore other parts of Thailand. Travel about 467 kilometres north-east to Udon Thani to tick off its leading sights. From Nong Prajak Public Park to Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 225 kilometres north-east of Bangkok, Nakhon Ratchasima is another favourite stop in Thailand. Start your sightseeing at Art and Culture Centre, Vongchavalitkul University, Wat Pa Salwan (Burapha Chan Chedi) and บ้านสวนเกษตรอินทรีย์ (บ้านสวนในซอย).
