Travelling from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Around 6 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tokyo.
Suvarnabhumi Airport is located in Bangkok. Following the UTC+9 timezone, Tokyo is two hours ahead of Bangkok.
With 49 weekly flights between the two airports, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Haneda Airport (HND) is the busiest route. ANA operates the earliest flight at 09:25. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the last departure from BKK to HND is with Thai Airways International at 23:15.
To avoid missing your BKK to Tokyo flight, leave plenty of 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.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Start your journey at BKK and travel straight to Haneda Airport (HND). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tokyo tickets.
Direct flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tokyo are available from a range of airlines. Book your seat with any of these:
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore another city. When browsing for flight tickets from BKK to Tokyo, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
BKK is around 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to BKK? If you're boarding an early flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tokyo, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport, 67.87% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Tokyo
ر.ق. 408 is currently the best price for a one-way Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tokyo flight. Return flight tickets start from ر.ق. 843. These fares may change depending on availability.
Book five months before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from BKK to Tokyo.
Plan your trip for September. That's the best month for landing an epic deal on Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tokyo tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BKK to Tokyo by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tokyo by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive will take roughly 15 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to HND if you have a late flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tokyo. Select one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Explore without limits with a Haneda Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and discover more of Tokyo and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Haneda Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from BKK to Tokyo can help you secure the lowest rate.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Central Tokyo is located around 64 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT). Once your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tokyo has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 1 hour.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near NRT. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your BKK to Tokyo flight:
Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire make picking up a Narita International Airport rental car simple. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from NRT four weeks in advance often means more savings and a bigger choice of vehicles.
You can find Narita International Airport at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
Plan your trip to Tokyo during high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tokyo in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Lock in a Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tokyo flight ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 29ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BKK to Tokyo in February when temperatures average between 15ºC and 20ºC.
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tokyo, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Senso-ji Temple Yogodo, Tokyo Tower and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are essential stops on your Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be explored after you've seen Tokyo. Around 402 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.
Around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo, Nagoya is another essential stop in Japan. Start your sightseeing at Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.
