Travelling from Frankfurt to Bangkok: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Frankfurt. Explore your options departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) when reserving your flight from Frankfurt to Bangkok.
When it comes to working out where to arrive in Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are the primary gateways.
The average duration of a direct Frankfurt to Bangkok flight is 10 hours 50 minutes.
Bangkok's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Bangkok six hours ahead of Frankfurt.
The busiest route for flights from Frankfurt to Bangkok is from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). You can choose from 20 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to be on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FRA to BKK is the 13:45 Thai Airways International option. If you prefer travelling later, the last available departure is at 20:55 with Thai Airways International.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your Frankfurt to Bangkok flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Bangkok
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Schedule your trip for November. That's the best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Frankfurt to Bangkok. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Flying from Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Frankfurt to Bangkok, you can depart from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Fly from FRA to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) without any stops.
Check out the deals with Thai Airways International. This airline offers direct Frankfurt to Bangkok plane tickets out of FRA.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing Frankfurt to Bangkok flights leaving from Frankfurt Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Travelling from central Frankfurt to FRA takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Frankfurt to Bangkok? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Frankfurt Airport:
67.47% of flights that leave from Frankfurt Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
HHN is around 105 kilometres from central Frankfurt. It'll take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 40 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not book an additional night away? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport the day before your flight from Frankfurt to Bangkok:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport has an on-time performance rate of 53.13%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that leave from this airport arrive on schedule.
Arriving in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The distance from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is approximately 27 kilometres. It'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to BKK if you have a late flight from Frankfurt to Bangkok. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car and discover Bangkok and beyond with your own wheels. Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz are top outlets you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks in advance of your Frankfurt to Bangkok flight.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
As soon as your flight from Frankfurt to Bangkok has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Bangkok is roughly 21 kilometres from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 5 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to lay your head close to DMK. Unwind after your Frankfurt to Bangkok flight at one of these perfectly located options:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Don Mueang International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and set off in the blink of an eye.
Score the best price by booking your ride from DMK three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bangkok
July is the busiest month for flights from Frankfurt to Bangkok. To skip the crowds, go to Bangkok in April.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your Frankfurt to Bangkok ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
December sees average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Look for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Bangkok around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Bangkok
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Bangkok right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Frankfurt to Bangkok:
Grand Palace and Wat Arun are just a couple of the major attractions to put on your Bangkok itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Wat Phra Kaew.
Explore more of Thailand
Udon Thani is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Bangkok. Around 467 kilometres to the north-east, its top attractions include Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
Around 64 kilometres south-east of Bangkok, Chon Buri is another favourite stop in Thailand. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall.