Flying from Bangkok to Frankfurt: what you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Bangkok. Explore your options departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) when booking your flight from Bangkok to Frankfurt.
Step off your plane in Frankfurt at Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
A direct flight from Bangkok to Frankfurt takes on average 12 hours 23 minutes. The timezone in Frankfurt is UTC+1, making it 6 hours behind Bangkok.
The most popular route for flights from Bangkok to Frankfurt is from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Take your pick of 22 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get going first thing, the earliest flight from BKK to FRA is the 12:25 Thai Airways International option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 23:45 with Thai Airways International.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Bangkok to Frankfurt. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
If you hold a passport from Thailand, you'll need an embassy visa to enter Germany. This applies when booking a cheap flight from Bangkok to Frankfurt for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you book and definitely before flying.
Flying from Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Bangkok to Frankfurt, you can depart from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Travel from BKK to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) without any stops.
When departing from BKK, you can take a direct flight from Bangkok to Frankfurt with Thai Airways International.
We make it simple to plan a flight from Bangkok to Frankfurt with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Travelling from central Bangkok to BKK takes approximately 1 hour and 6 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Suvarnabhumi Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Bangkok to Frankfurt or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Break up your flight from Bangkok to Frankfurt with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Suvarnabhumi Airport and Frankfurt are:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in about 1 hour and 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 27 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Bangkok to Frankfurt? Kick back in a hotel near Don Mueang International Airport before your break officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
Arriving in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is approximately 14 kilometres. It takes about 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 37 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to FRA if you're catching a late flight from Bangkok to Frankfurt. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Central Frankfurt is located around 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN). Once your flight from Bangkok to Frankfurt has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 1 hour and 32 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes.
After your flight from Bangkok to Frankfurt, kick back at a hotel close to HHN. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Frankfurt
Currently, 242 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Frankfurt. The cheapest price for a return flight is 475 €. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap tickets from Bangkok to Frankfurt by booking at least 2 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Schedule your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Bangkok to Frankfurt. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Bangkok to Frankfurt.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
July is the busiest month for flights from Bangkok to Frankfurt. To travel when it's less crowded, visit Frankfurt in February.
Schedule your flight from Bangkok to Frankfurt for July if you'd like to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Frankfurt to range from 12ºC to 28ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -4ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Frankfurt sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Bangkok to Frankfurt, check out our range of hotels including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Palmengarten, Goethe House and Frankfurt Cathedral are attractions you won't want to skip in Frankfurt.
Complete your Frankfurt trip with a car rental
Browse our range of car rentals once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Bangkok to Frankfurt. Whether you're searching for a compact ride, family sedan or something in between, you can easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect deal.