Travelling from Frankfurt to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Frankfurt. Check out your options departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) when organising your flight from Frankfurt to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
Approximately 10 hours 52 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Frankfurt to Suvarnabhumi Airport.
The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7, which is 6 hours ahead of Frankfurt. Suvarnabhumi Airport is located in Bangkok.
With 23 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is the busiest route. Thai Airways operates the earliest flight at 13:45. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the last flight from FRA to BKK is with Thai Airways at 20:55.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Frankfurt to BKK.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer lines and possible delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
You can book a direct flight from Frankfurt to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Thai Airways is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Frankfurt to Suvarnabhumi Airport jetting out of FRA.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Frankfurt to BKK. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
FRA is about 14 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will show you the best route and available public transport options.
Searching for a handy hotel near Frankfurt Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Frankfurt to Suvarnabhumi Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Prefer to leave from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)? You can reserve a direct flight from Frankfurt to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) departing from this hub.
From HHN, direct flights from Frankfurt to BKK can be booked with Thai Airways.
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Frankfurt to Suvarnabhumi Airport. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you choose to do, here's where you can stop between Frankfurt - Hahn Airport and BKK:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
HHN is about 121 kilometres from central Frankfurt. It'll take you 1 hour and 32 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 40 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Frankfurt to BKK, take it easy in one of these hotels near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport:
About Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Frankfurt to Suvarnabhumi Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near BKK:
Getting from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport to the centre of Bangkok is around 35 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
It'll take around 1 hour and 6 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
For a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Suvarnabhumi Airport, 253 € is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just 405 €. These are currently the lowest fares and may differ based on availability.
You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Frankfurt to BKK when you book 2 months before your departure date. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares on this route are generally at their lowest.
You'll land the biggest savings on your tickets from Frankfurt to Suvarnabhumi Airport if you plan your break for November. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest day to fly out.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Frankfurt to Suvarnabhumi Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Bangkok. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your flights from Frankfurt to BKK in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Frankfurt to Suvarnabhumi Airport in December when temperatures average between 19ºC and 33ºC.
More about Bangkok
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Bangkok right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Frankfurt to Suvarnabhumi Airport:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew are attractions you won't want to skip in Bangkok.
Complete your Bangkok trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Frankfurt to Suvarnabhumi Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Bangkok. Explore the deals and instantly compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, and more.