Flying from Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) to Bangkok: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Bangkok is 3 hours 51 minutes.
The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7. The city is 1 hour behind Nanjing, where Nanjing Lukou International Airport is located.
With 21 flights a week between the two airports, Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is the busiest route. China Eastern operates the earliest flight at 21:30. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from NKG to BKK is with China Eastern at 23:05.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from NKG to Bangkok.
Travelling over a peak time such as June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a nonstop flight from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Bangkok. Begin your trip at NKG and land at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
Choose from a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Bangkok. Get on board with any of these:
We make it simple to find a flight from NKG to Bangkok that includes a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Macau International Airport (MFM)
To travel to Thailand for tourism purposes, you will require an e-visa if you hold a passport from China. However, visa rules can change and you may need additional documents depending on the purpose and duration of your trip. Always check the latest guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Bangkok.
Central Nanjing to NKG is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 39 minutes to reach there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
In search of a handy hotel near NKG? If you're boarding an early flight from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Bangkok, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) to Bangkok
$134 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Bangkok. Return flights start at $215. These fares can change depending on demand.
Book 10 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from NKG to Bangkok.
The cheapest month for tickets from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Bangkok is June. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the lowest fare.
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Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Bangkok. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 35 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 6 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Bangkok, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near BKK:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Central Bangkok is about 27 kilometres from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). After your flight from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Bangkok has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 30 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour and 5 minutes.
After your flight from NKG to Bangkok, settle in at a hotel close to DMK. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Bangkok
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Bangkok while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Bangkok, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Before you book a flight from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Bangkok, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Bangkok, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 37ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from NKG to Bangkok in December when temperatures average between 19ºC and 33ºC.
More about Bangkok
Start your Bangkok trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Bangkok, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew are popular attractions which should be on any good Bangkok itinerary.
Complete your Bangkok trip with a car rental
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