Travelling from Bangkok to Yiwu Airport (YIW): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Bangkok to Yiwu Airport (YIW). Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are the two main airports in Bangkok.
Yiwu is 1 hour ahead of Bangkok. Yiwu Airport is located in Yiwu, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Bangkok to YIW, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer lines and possible delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Bangkok to YIW. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
From the centre of Bangkok, BKK is around 32 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Need a convenient hotel close to Suvarnabhumi Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Bangkok to Yiwu Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
DMK is about 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Bangkok to YIW? Relax in a hotel near Don Mueang International Airport before your trip officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
About Yiwu Airport (YIW)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Bangkok to Yiwu Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near YIW:
Getting from Yiwu Airport (YIW) to central Yiwu
From Yiwu Airport, Yiwu is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 14 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Yiwu Airport (YIW)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Yiwu Airport is C$185. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$356. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find flight tickets from Bangkok to YIW if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when searching for your ticket from Bangkok to Yiwu Airport.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a deal you won't want to miss. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time looking for a cheap ticket from Bangkok to YIW every day.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Bangkok to Yiwu Airport.
The best time to fly from Bangkok to Yiwu Airport (YIW)
April is the quietest time to travel to Yiwu. Alternatively, follow the crowds and get away in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Bangkok to Yiwu Airport.
The warmest month in Yiwu is August, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 38ºC. Book your flights from Bangkok to YIW in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Visit in January for cooler conditions. Temperatures average between -2ºC and 12ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Bangkok to Yiwu Airport.
More about Yiwu
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Yiwu right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Yiwu Airport:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Yiwu is to explore its leading attractions. Highlights include 义乌薰衣草基地, 佛云山 and 云黄寺.
