Flying from Bangkok to Seoul: what you need to know
Bangkok is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Bangkok to Seoul flying out of Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
Hop off your plane in Seoul at Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
The average length of a direct Bangkok to Seoul flight is 5 hours 30 minutes.
Seoul's timezone is UTC+9, making Seoul two hours ahead of Bangkok.
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 88 weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from Bangkok to Seoul is with Asiana Airlines at 23:55. Opt for the first BKK to ICN departure operated by T'Way Air at 00:05 to maximise your time in Seoul.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your Bangkok to Seoul flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Seoul
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Flying from Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
You can catch a direct flight from Bangkok to Seoul leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Begin your journey at BKK and land at Incheon International Airport (ICN).
You'll find plenty of airlines that offer direct Bangkok to Seoul plane tickets out of BKK. Let one of these carriers take you there:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Bangkok to Seoul flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Suvarnabhumi Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Travelling from central Bangkok to BKK takes around 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a convenient hotel close to Suvarnabhumi Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bangkok to Seoul, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to Suvarnabhumi Airport's on-time performance, 67.87% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Consider booking your direct flight from Bangkok to Seoul departing Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). Nonstop services from DMK will take you to Incheon International Airport (ICN).
From DMK, you can book a direct Bangkok to Seoul plane ticket with Thai AirAsia X.
Break up your Bangkok to Seoul flight with a stop so you can freshen up or tick a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Don Mueang International Airport and Seoul include:
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport (TNA)
Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
DMK is about 23 kilometres from central Bangkok. It'll take you 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Bangkok to Seoul? Kick back in a hotel near Don Mueang International Airport before your trip officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time performance of 66%. This figure shows how often flights departing from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
From Incheon International Airport (ICN), central Seoul is approximately 48 kilometres away.
It usually takes 1 hour 45 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Bangkok to Seoul. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Grab an Incheon International Airport rental car and explore Seoul and beyond with your own set of wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are well-known companies to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your ride from Incheon International Airport about four weeks ahead of your Bangkok to Seoul flight.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
If you're staying in Seoul's centre (or just want to start sightseeing straight away), the city is around 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Keep an eye out for any visitor information desks for help with directions after disembarking your flight from Bangkok to Seoul.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Bangkok to Seoul, unwind at a hotel close to GMP. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul and Hi Rent A Car make picking up a Gimpo International Airport rental car easy and quick. These suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from GMP one week in advance often means more savings and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Seoul
July is the busiest month for flights from Bangkok to Seoul. To escape the crowds, go to Seoul in April.
When booking your Bangkok to Seoul tickets, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Bangkok to Seoul in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Seoul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Seoul right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Seoul:
Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Seoul must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out N Seoul Tower.
Explore more of South Korea
You've seen Seoul, now it's time to discover other corners of South Korea. Journey about 322 kilometres south-east to Busan to tick off its leading attractions. From Haeundae Beach to Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Incheon is another well-known destination in South Korea and is around 56 kilometres west of Seoul. No trip is complete without a visit to Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스.