Travelling from Bangkok to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN): what you need to know
Bangkok is home to two main airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Bangkok to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN) leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
Balikpapan is 1 hour ahead of Bangkok. Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport is located in Balikpapan, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Bangkok to BPN.
Flying during a popular month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Bangkok to BPN. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
BKK is about 32 kilometres from central Bangkok. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will give you the fastest route and available public transport options.
After a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Suvarnabhumi Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Bangkok to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Bangkok to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport, browse these options when setting off from Don Mueang International Airport:
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
You can arrive at DMK from the centre of Bangkok in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes to cover the 27 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not spend another night away? Consider kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Don Mueang International Airport the day before your flight from Bangkok to BPN:
About Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Bangkok to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near BPN instead:
Getting from Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN) to central Balikpapan
Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport to central Balikpapan takes around 39 minutes by car. It's approximately 23 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport is Rs36,417. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs62,519. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
We recommend booking as soon as possible to get cheap tickets from Bangkok to BPN. You're more likely to land a great deal and enjoy a wider selection of flight times and travel dates.
Finding cheap tickets from Bangkok to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function 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 Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Bangkok to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport. August is the most popular month to travel to Balikpapan. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Before booking a flight from Bangkok to BPN, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Balikpapan, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Bangkok to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 24ºC and 30ºC on average.
More about Balikpapan
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Balikpapan right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport:
Monumen Perjuangan Rakyat - MONPERA and Taman Bekapai are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Balikpapan itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Vilaku balikpapan.
Complete your Balikpapan trip with a car rental
Grab the keys to one of our car rentals in Balikpapan and explore on your own terms. Easily compare prices from trusted rental companies in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Bangkok to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport.