Travelling from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Auckland Airport is located in Auckland. Based in the UTC+7 timezone, Bangkok is 6 hours behind Auckland.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from AKL to Bangkok.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight from AKL to Bangkok with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
When travelling to Thailand for tourism purposes, you'll need an e-visa if you hold a passport from New Zealand. However, visa rules can change and other documentation may be needed depending on the length and purpose of your trip. Always check the latest guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Auckland Airport to Bangkok.
AKL is about 27 kilometres from central Auckland. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 24 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near AKL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Auckland Airport to Bangkok or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Bangkok
Rs64,891 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Auckland Airport to Bangkok. A return flight starts at Rs157,099. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from AKL to Bangkok, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap tickets from Auckland Airport to Bangkok is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to show the best prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Auckland Airport to Bangkok, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is around 32 kilometres from central Bangkok. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 35 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour and 6 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Auckland Airport to Bangkok, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near BKK:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
As soon as your flight from Auckland Airport to Bangkok has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Bangkok is approximately 27 kilometres from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes.
After your flight from AKL to Bangkok, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to DMK. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Bangkok
July is the most popular month to board a flight from Auckland Airport to Bangkok while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Bangkok, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from Auckland Airport to Bangkok in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from AKL to Bangkok in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC on average.
More about Bangkok
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Bangkok right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Auckland Airport to Bangkok:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew are top sights which should be on any well-planned Bangkok itinerary.
Complete your Bangkok trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Bangkok and see the sights on your own terms. Easily compare options in one place to find the perfect set of wheels after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Auckland Airport to Bangkok.