Flying from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Bagdogra Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 15 minutes.
Bangkok is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Bagdogra and is in the UTC+7 timezone.
Each week, there are three Bagdogra Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off early, go for the 12:45 Drukair flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 17:15 with Drukair.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your IXB to BKK flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're traveling during a high season in general.
Drukair has direct flights from Bagdogra Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Bangkok — and maybe even more of Thailand if you have time.
Drukair is the airline most travelers choose to fly with on this route.
With an impressive 93.33% of services arriving as scheduled, Drukair is the most punctual carrier operating IXB to BKK flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bagdogra Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between IXB and BKK:
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Right now, AED 443 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bagdogra Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is AED 949. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from IXB to BKK.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Bagdogra Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
73.66% of flights that leave from Bagdogra Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Bagdogra Airport is around 5 kilometers from central Bagdogra. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 40 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Bagdogra Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to IXB:
Arriving at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Bagdogra Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental or Hertz and find adventure across Bangkok and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Suvarnabhumi Airport around four weeks ahead.
Getting from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport is approximately 32 kilometers from central Bangkok. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The quietest month for a flight from Bagdogra Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Bangkok based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Bagdogra Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport for April if you'd like to go to Bangkok during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IXB to BKK in December. Temperatures average 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. Around 467 kilometers north-east of Bangkok, a visit to Udon Thani will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
Chon Buri is another sought-after destination in Thailand and is around 64 kilometers south-east of Bangkok. No trip is complete without visiting Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall.
