Flying from Senai Airport (JHB) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): what you need to know
Bangkok's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Bangkok one hour behind Johor Bahru.
Your JHB to BKK flight 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 for international travel.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Senai Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between JHB and BKK:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Penang International Airport
Tan Son Nhat International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Senai Airport (JHB) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Currently, AED 166 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Senai Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is AED 396. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from JHB to BKK if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for a flight from Senai Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport.
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Handy information about Senai Airport (JHB)
71.32% of flights that take off from Senai Airport land at their destination on time.
Senai Airport is around 26 kilometers from central Johor Bahru. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your vacation off to a hassle-free start by staying near JHB. Whether you're catching an early flight from Senai Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Consider staying in a hotel near BKK if you're on a late Senai Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental or Hertz and chase adventure across Bangkok and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok
From Suvarnabhumi Airport, Bangkok is approximately 32 kilometers away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the center driving.
It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
July is the most popular month for flights from Senai Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Bangkok in April.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from Senai Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
December has average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Look for cheap tickets from JHB to BKK around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
You've seen Bangkok, now it's time to discover other parts of Thailand. Travel around 467 kilometers north-east to Udon Thani to tick off its top attractions. From Nong Prajak Public Park to Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Thailand, head for Chon Buri, roughly 64 kilometers south-east of Bangkok. Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall are key reasons to visit.