Flying from Bangkok to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Get your vacation planning started by considering the departure point for your flight from Bangkok to Zurich Airport (ZRH). Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are the main airports in Bangkok.
Expect to be in the air for 11 hours 52 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Bangkok to Zurich Airport.
Zurich Airport is located in Zurich. The city operates in the UTC+1 timezone and is 6 hours behind Bangkok.
The most popular route is from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Zurich Airport (ZRH), with 19 direct services every week. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BKK to ZRH is the 00:35 Thai Airways service. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 13:10 with SWISS.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Bangkok to ZRH. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
You can jump on a direct flight from Bangkok to Zurich Airport (ZRH) out of Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
Book your direct flight from Bangkok to Zurich Airport with Thai Airways. This top airline operates departures from BKK.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Bangkok to ZRH. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
From central Bangkok, BKK is around 32 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Suvarnabhumi Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bangkok to Zurich Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Prefer to leave from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)? You can book a direct flight from Bangkok to Zurich Airport (ZRH) departing from this busy hub.
With public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in about 1 hour and 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 27 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Bangkok to ZRH? Kick back in a hotel near Don Mueang International Airport before your adventure officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
About Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Book a hotel close to ZRH if you're taking a late flight from Bangkok to Zurich Airport. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Zurich. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 19 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Zurich Airport is C$293. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$718. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
We recommend booking 4 months before takeoff. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to score flight tickets from Bangkok to ZRH within that timeframe.
January is the cheapest month for tickets from Bangkok to Zurich Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
February is the quietest time of year to travel to Zurich. Alternatively, join the crowds and take your trip in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Bangkok to Zurich Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
When booking your flight from Bangkok to ZRH, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Zurich, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 27ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Bangkok to Zurich Airport in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 7ºC.
More about Zurich
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Zurich right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Zurich Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster are highlights which should feature on any good Zurich itinerary.
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