Travelling from Surat Thani Airport (URT) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Surat Thani Airport to Don Mueang International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.
Surat Thani and Bangkok are both in the UTC+7 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Flights from URT to DMK start from 07:40 — the earliest with Nok Air. The last service of the day is at 21:00 with Thai Lion Air. Overall, there are 96 weekly Surat Thani Airport to Don Mueang International Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your URT to DMK flight, leave enough 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.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Surat Thani Airport to Don Mueang International Airport. When you're ready to start your Bangkok adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this popular corner of Thailand:
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Nok Air.
Nok Air tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for URT to DMK flights, with 86.9% of its services arriving as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Surat Thani Airport (URT) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Right now, $36 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Surat Thani Airport to Don Mueang International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $72. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from URT to DMK by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Surat Thani Airport to Don Mueang International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Surat Thani Airport (URT)
Of all flights leaving Surat Thani Airport, 73.7% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Surat Thani Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Surat Thani. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 3 hours 55 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near URT. Whether you've booked an early flight from Surat Thani Airport to Don Mueang International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Consider staying in a hotel near DMK if you have a late Surat Thani Airport to Don Mueang International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Don Mueang International Airport rental car and explore Bangkok and beyond with your own wheels. Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Don Mueang International Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to central Bangkok
Don Mueang International Airport to the centre of Bangkok has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Surat Thani Airport to Don Mueang International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Bangkok. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Surat Thani Airport to Don Mueang International Airport for April if you want to explore Bangkok during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
December has average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Look for cheap tickets from URT to DMK around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Thailand
Udon Thani is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be explored after you've experienced Bangkok. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
Chon Buri is another well-known destination in Thailand and is around 64 kilometres south-east of Bangkok. No journey is complete without seeing Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall.