Travelling from Bangkok to Mae Sot Airport (MAQ): What you need to know
Your journey comes together at Bangkok's main airport, Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). Explore the options for reserving a flight from Bangkok to Mae Sot Airport (MAQ) leaving from this terminal.
Mae Sot Airport is located in Mae Sot (Tak). The city's timezone is UTC+7, which is the same as Bangkok.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Bangkok to MAQ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like February and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Airports in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Located around 31 kilometres from the centre of Bangkok, BKK can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Bangkok to Mae Sot Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays near Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport:
When it comes to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport's on-time performance, 73% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Consider starting your journey from Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). You can book a direct Bangkok to Mae Sot Airport (MAQ) plane ticket from this popular hub.
Take a direct flight from Bangkok to MAQ with Nok Air. This is one of the main carriers flying this route out of DMK.
Nok Air attracts the most bookings on the DMK to MAQ route.
The top carrier for punctuality is Nok Air. Its Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport to Mae Sot Airport flights land as planned 67.35% of the time.
With public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in around 1 hour 5 minutes. The terminal is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport the day before your Bangkok to MAQ flight:
60% of flights out of Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Mae Sot Airport (MAQ)
Reserve a hotel close to MAQ if you're catching a late flight from Bangkok to Mae Sot Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
For the best deal, book your ride around four weeks ahead of your Bangkok to Mae Sot Airport flight.
Getting from Mae Sot Airport (MAQ) to central Mae Sot (Tak)
Mae Sot Airport is roughly 0.16 kilometres from central Mae Sot (Tak). How long it takes to get to the centre by car hire or taxi will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
It typically takes 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Mae Sot Airport (MAQ)
At the moment, $131 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Mae Sot Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $259. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from Bangkok to MAQ, book your ticket one month before your departure date.
Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Bangkok to Mae Sot Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Bangkok to MAQ.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Mae Sot Airport (MAQ)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding when to fly. January is the quietest month to visit Mae Sot (Tak). January is when most people book flights from Bangkok to Mae Sot Airport (MAQ), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
When booking your Bangkok to MAQ plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Mae Sot (Tak), with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 39ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Mae Sot Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 13ºC and 32ºC.
More about Mae Sot (Tak)
After booking your flight from Bangkok to Mae Sot Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Mae Sot (Tak):
Your Mae Sot (Tak) trip should come with a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions that belong on your itinerary include Wat Doi Phrathat, Somdej Phra Naresuan Maharat Shrine and Wat Amarawadi.
Explore more of Thailand
Chiang Mai is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Mae Sot (Tak). Around 241 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Songkran Festival Chiang Mai, Doi Suthep and Elephant Conservation Park.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Thailand, consider Lampang, about 209 kilometres northeast of Mae Sot (Tak). Wat Chiang Rai, Wat Phra Kaew Don Tao Suchadaram and Wat Chai Mongkhon are key highlights.
