Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): what you need to know
The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7, which is one hour behind Shanghai.
Your SHA to BKK flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SHA and BKK:
Quanzhou Jinjiang International Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight is RM366. A round-trip plane ticket right now is RM723. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SHA to BKK if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
SHA's address is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from SHA touch down on schedule 85.58% of the time.
Central Shanghai to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Need a convenient hotel close to SHA? If you're boarding an early flight from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:
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 to explore Bangkok and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Suvarnabhumi Airport around four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Bangkok. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
July is the busiest month for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Bangkok in April.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SHA to BKK in December. Average temperatures are between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF) then.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Thailand you should also see. About 467 kilometres north-east of Bangkok, a visit to Udon Thani will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like 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 the best of this destination with a visit to Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall.