Flying from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Bangkok is 14 hours ahead of Edmonton, where Edmonton International Airport is located. Bangkok observes the UTC+7 timezone.
To avoid missing your YEG to Bangkok flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
YEG is about 27 kilometres from central Edmonton. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near YEG. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Edmonton International Airport to Bangkok or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels put convenience first:
Of the departures from Edmonton International Airport, 79% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Bangkok
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Edmonton International Airport to Bangkok flight is ₹ 39,916. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 72,845. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from YEG to Bangkok if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for a Edmonton International Airport to Bangkok ticket.
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Airports in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) is around 31 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 35 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Edmonton International Airport to Bangkok, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near BKK:
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport about four weeks before your flight from YEG to Bangkok.
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Central Bangkok is around 24 kilometres from Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). Once your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Bangkok has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 35 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near DMK. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your YEG to Bangkok flight:
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at DMK can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Bangkok
February is the busiest month for flights from Edmonton International Airport to Bangkok. To skip the crowds, head to Bangkok in May.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your Edmonton International Airport to Bangkok plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YEG to Bangkok in January when temperatures average between 19ºC and 34ºC.
More about Bangkok
After booking your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Bangkok, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bangkok:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Wat Phra Kaew, Grand Palace and Songkran Festival Silom are leading attractions which should feature on any good Bangkok itinerary.
Explore more of Thailand
You've seen Bangkok, now it's time to explore other corners of Thailand. Travel around 467 kilometres northeast to Udon Thani to tick off its leading sights. From Thai-Chinese Cultural Centre to Wat Pho Chai and Wat Burapa Wanaram, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Nakhon Ratchasima is another well-known destination in Thailand and is around 225 kilometres northeast of Bangkok. No trip is complete without dropping by Night Safari Korat, Wat Chai Mongkol and Wat Na Pha That.
