Travelling from Bangkok to Leh Airport (IXL): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering the departure point for your flight from Bangkok to Leh Airport (IXL). Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are the two main airports in Bangkok.
Leh Airport is located in Leh. The city operates in the UTC+5:30 timezone and is 1 hour 30 minutes behind Bangkok.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Bangkok to IXL.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Whether you'd like to explore a new place on the way or just have a break, we make it a breeze to find a flight with a stopover. To check out your options departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is a stop you can make during your flight from Bangkok to IXL.
The distance from central Bangkok to BKK is roughly 32 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the best route, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Want a convenient hotel near Suvarnabhumi Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bangkok to Leh Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Break up your flight from Bangkok to Leh Airport with a stop at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM). A major stopover between Don Mueang International Airport and IXL, it's a great opportunity to unwind before your onward flight.
With public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in around 1 hour and 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 27 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before boarding your flight from Bangkok to IXL? Kick back in a hotel near Don Mueang International Airport before your trip officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
About Leh Airport (IXL)
Consider staying in a hotel near IXL if you have a late flight from Bangkok to Leh Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Leh Airport (IXL) to central Leh
From Leh Airport, Leh is approximately 2 kilometres away. It takes around 7 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Leh Airport (IXL)
For a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Leh Airport, 213 € is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip starting from 422 €. These are currently the lowest fares and may vary depending on availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from Bangkok to IXL, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap tickets from Bangkok to Leh Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and score a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Leh Airport (IXL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Bangkok to Leh Airport. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Leh in April when things are quieter.
Schedule your flight from Bangkok to IXL for August if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Leh to range from -2ºC to 10ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -31ºC and -13ºC. Look for cheap flights from Bangkok to Leh Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Leh
Start your Leh trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Leh Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
One of the best ways to get to know Leh is to visit its popular attractions. Some highlights include Shanti Stupa, Leh Post Office and Sankar Monastery.
Complete your Leh trip with a car rental
Hop behind the wheel of one of our car rentals in Leh and explore on your own terms. Easily compare rates from trusted rental companies in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Bangkok to Leh Airport.