Flying from Bangkok to Krabi Airport (KBV): what you need to know
Countless great adventures start at one of Bangkok's main airports, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). Check out your options for booking a flight from Bangkok to Krabi Airport (KBV) taking off from either of these bases.
The average length of a direct flight from Bangkok to Krabi Airport is 1 hour 24 minutes.
Krabi's timezone is UTC+7, which is the same as Bangkok. Krabi Airport is located in Krabi.
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Krabi Airport (KBV) is the most popular route. There are 369 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with Thai VietJet Air at 19:15. Go for the first BKK to KBV departure operated by Thai AirAsia at 06:30 if you want to get going earlier.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Bangkok to KBV. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Fly without interruptions from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Direct flights from Bangkok to Krabi Airport (KBV) can be booked from here.
At BKK, there's a good selection of carriers offering direct flights from Bangkok to Krabi Airport, including:
The distance from central Bangkok to BKK is roughly 32 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the fastest route, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
In search of a convenient hotel near Suvarnabhumi Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bangkok to Krabi Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) has direct flights from Bangkok to Krabi Airport (KBV).
Thai AirAsia has direct flights from Bangkok to KBV departing from DMK. Book your favourite seat and arrive at your destination in one go.
DMK is about 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Bangkok to KBV, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Don Mueang International Airport:
About Krabi Airport (KBV)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Bangkok to Krabi Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near KBV instead:
Getting from Krabi Airport (KBV) to central Krabi
Krabi Airport to the centre of Krabi is about 17 minutes by car. It's approximately 11 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Krabi Airport (KBV)
For a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Krabi Airport, $17 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight starting from $31. These are currently the lowest fares but could change depending on availability.
To secure flight tickets from Bangkok to KBV, reserve your journey 10 months ahead of your departure.
Plan your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Bangkok to Krabi Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Krabi Airport (KBV)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Bangkok to Krabi Airport. August is the most popular month to travel to Krabi. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Bangkok to KBV for April if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Krabi to range from 25ºC to 31ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Bangkok to Krabi Airport in January when temperatures average between 24ºC and 31ºC.
More about Krabi
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Krabi right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Krabi Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Tiger Cave Temple, Ao Nang Beach and Wat Kaew Ko Wararam are major attractions which should feature on any good Krabi itinerary.
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