Flying from Ballina Byron Airport (BNK) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Bangkok is four hours behind Ballina, where Ballina Byron Airport is located. Bangkok runs on the UTC+7 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your BNK to Bangkok flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Finding a plane ticket from BNK to Bangkok with a stopover is easy. Whether you're eager to cut down on travel expenses or explore a new city, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out your options. A major stop is Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD).
BNK is about 2 kilometres from central Ballina. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 15 minutes.
In search of a hotel near BNK? If you're boarding an early flight from Ballina Byron Airport to Bangkok, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Of all flights leaving Ballina Byron Airport, 78.1% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ballina Byron Airport (BNK) to Bangkok
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Ballina Byron Airport to Bangkok flight is $988. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,515. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from BNK to Bangkok. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The distance from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is roughly 32 kilometres. It'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes to get there using public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near BKK if you have a late flight from Ballina Byron Airport to Bangkok. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and explore beyond Bangkok's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Suvarnabhumi Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from BNK to Bangkok.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
The centre of Bangkok is located around 27 kilometres from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). Once your flight from Ballina Byron Airport to Bangkok has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 30 minutes.
The journey will take about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to DMK. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your BNK to Bangkok flight:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Don Mueang International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and be off and running.
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from DMK three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bangkok
Before scheduling your flights from Ballina Byron Airport to Bangkok, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Bangkok offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Book a Ballina Byron Airport to Bangkok plane ticket with a departure in April to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 37ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BNK to Bangkok in December when temperatures average between 19ºC and 33ºC.
More about Bangkok
After booking your flight from Ballina Byron Airport to Bangkok, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bangkok:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Wat Arun, Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Bangkok itinerary.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Thailand waiting to be discovered. About 467 kilometres north-east of Bangkok, a visit to Udon Thani will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
Around 225 kilometres north-east of Bangkok, Nakhon Ratchasima is another favourite stop in Thailand. No visit is complete without checking out Art and Culture Centre, Vongchavalitkul University, Wat Pa Salwan (Burapha Chan Chedi) and บ้านสวนเกษตรอินทรีย์ (บ้านสวนในซอย).
