Flying from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Bangkok is 4 hours behind Canberra, where Canberra Airport is located. Bangkok operates on the UTC+7 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from CBR to Bangkok.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing flights from CBR to Bangkok, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
If you have a passport from Australia, you'll need an e-visa to enter Thailand. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Canberra Airport to Bangkok for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you book and definitely before flying.
CBR is around 8 kilometres from central Canberra. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 14 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 6 minutes.
Want a handy hotel near CBR? If you're boarding an early flight from Canberra Airport to Bangkok, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Bangkok
$391 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Canberra Airport to Bangkok. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $687. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from CBR to Bangkok. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
Getting cheap tickets from Canberra Airport to Bangkok is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Check out the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and land a great deal.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you time checking for flight tickets from CBR to Bangkok every day.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Canberra Airport to Bangkok, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is approximately 32 kilometres. It'll take you about 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour and 6 minutes to get there using public transport.
Reserve a hotel close to BKK if you have a late flight from Canberra Airport to Bangkok. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Central Bangkok is around 27 kilometres from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). As soon as your flight from Canberra Airport to Bangkok has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 30 minutes.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take around 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near DMK. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from CBR to Bangkok:
Best time to go to Bangkok
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Canberra Airport to Bangkok. July is the busiest month to travel to Bangkok. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Canberra Airport to Bangkok, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Bangkok, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 37ºC.
December has average temperatures of between 19ºC and 33ºC. Search for cheap flights from CBR to Bangkok around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Bangkok
Start your Bangkok trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Canberra Airport to Bangkok, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Bangkok itinerary.
Complete your Bangkok trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Bangkok and see the sights on your own schedule. Easily compare options in one place to find the ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Canberra Airport to Bangkok.