Flying from Bangkok to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Bangkok to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are Bangkok's main airports.
Approximately 12 hours 23 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Bangkok to Frankfurt Airport.
Frankfurt is 6 hours behind Bangkok. Frankfurt Airport is located in Frankfurt, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
With 22 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most popular route. Thai Airways operates the earliest flight at 12:25. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from BKK to FRA is with Thai Airways at 23:45.
To ensure you get on your flight from Bangkok to FRA, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Nonstop flights from Bangkok to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) are available from here.
If you plan to leave from BKK, you can take a direct flight from Bangkok to Frankfurt Airport with Condor.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for flights from Bangkok to FRA leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
From central Bangkok, BKK is approximately 32 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to get there.
Planning to catch an early flight from Bangkok to Frankfurt Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Suvarnabhumi Airport:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Planning to leave from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)? You can reserve a direct flight from Bangkok to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) out of this hub.
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Bangkok to Frankfurt Airport. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these stops between Don Mueang International Airport and FRA:
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
You can get to DMK from the centre of Bangkok in approximately 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes to travel the 27 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Don Mueang International Airport the day before your flight from Bangkok to FRA:
About Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Bangkok to Frankfurt Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport to central Frankfurt takes around 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 37 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
For a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Frankfurt Airport, Rs77,044 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip starting from Rs176,516. These are the lowest fares right now and may vary based on availability.
Book 1 month before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Bangkok to FRA.
October is the cheapest month for tickets from Bangkok to Frankfurt Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Bangkok to Frankfurt Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Frankfurt, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Bangkok to FRA in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Bangkok to Frankfurt Airport in January when temperatures average between -4ºC and 7ºC.
More about Frankfurt
Once you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Frankfurt Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Frankfurt:
One of the best ways to experience Frankfurt is to check out its most popular sights. Essential stops include Palmengarten, Goethe House and Frankfurt Cathedral.
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