Flying from Bangkok to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Bangkok. Check out your options departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) when planning your flight from Bangkok to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN).
Expect to be traveling for 1 hour 54 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Bangkok to Noi Bai International Airport.
Bangkok and Hanoi (where Noi Bai International Airport is located) share the UTC+7 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you land.
The busiest route is from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN), with 485 direct services every week. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BKK to HAN is the 06:40 Thai AirAsia service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 19:05 with Vietnam Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Bangkok to HAN.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
You can take a direct flight from Bangkok to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
At BKK, there's a variety of carriers that operate direct flights from Bangkok to Noi Bai International Airport, such as:
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Bangkok to HAN. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport (SAI)
Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Wattay International Airport (VTE)
From the center of Bangkok, BKK is approximately 20 miles away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Planning to catch an early flight from Bangkok to Noi Bai International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Suvarnabhumi Airport:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Prefer to leave from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)? You can book a direct flight from Bangkok to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) departing from this hub.
From DMK, direct flights from Bangkok to HAN can be booked with Thai AirAsia.
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to refresh yourself with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Bangkok to Noi Bai International Airport, check out these options when leaving from Don Mueang International Airport:
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
DMK is around 17 miles from central Bangkok. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before catching your flight from Bangkok to HAN? Unwind in a hotel near Don Mueang International Airport before your break officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
About Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
Consider booking a hotel close to HAN if you're taking a late flight from Bangkok to Noi Bai International Airport. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to central Hanoi
Noi Bai International Airport to the center of Hanoi is around 35 minutes in a car. It's approximately 16 miles away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
Traveling on public transport takes around 1 hour and 56 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
$52 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Noi Bai International Airport. Return flights start from $117. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
8 months is how far we recommend booking ahead to find cheap tickets from Bangkok to HAN.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Bangkok to Noi Bai International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices across every month.
Set up a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll know straight away when fares go down. Timing is key for finding cheap tickets from Bangkok to HAN.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Bangkok to Noi Bai International Airport. July is the busiest month to travel to Hanoi. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Before booking a flight from Bangkok to HAN, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Hanoi, with the temperature ranging from 77ºF to 97ºF.
January has average temperatures of between 50ºF and 72ºF. Search for cheap flights from Bangkok to Noi Bai International Airport sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Hanoi
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Hanoi right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Bangkok to Noi Bai International Airport:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Hoan Kiem Lake, Temple of Literature and Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum are must-visits when exploring Hanoi.
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