Travelling from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Bangkok is 13 hours ahead of Edmonton, where Edmonton International Airport is located. Bangkok operates on the UTC+7 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from YEG to Bangkok.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
If you hold a passport from Canada, you will need an e-visa to enter Thailand. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Edmonton International Airport to Bangkok for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check the visa rules ahead of booking and certainly before you fly.
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Edmonton, YEG can be reached in about 34 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 10 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to YEG? If you've booked an early flight from Edmonton International Airport to Bangkok, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Bangkok
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Edmonton International Airport to Bangkok is Rs115,365. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs214,587. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from YEG to Bangkok, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Getting cheap tickets from Edmonton International Airport to Bangkok is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to show the best prices across every month and score a great deal.
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Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Bangkok. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 35 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 6 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Edmonton International Airport to Bangkok. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
After your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Bangkok has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Bangkok is approximately 27 kilometres from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour and 5 minutes.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near DMK. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from YEG to Bangkok at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Bangkok
July is the most popular month for flights from Edmonton International Airport to Bangkok. To steer clear of the crowds, head for Bangkok in April when things are quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Bangkok, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Bangkok, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 37ºC.
Look for cheap flights from YEG to Bangkok in December if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC on average.
More about Bangkok
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Bangkok right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Bangkok:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Bangkok itinerary.
Complete your Bangkok trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Bangkok and explore the city in your own time. Easily compare companies in one place to find the perfect set of wheels once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Edmonton International Airport to Bangkok.