Flying from Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport (ELQ) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport is located in Buraydah. Following the UTC+7 timezone, Bangkok is four hours ahead of Buraydah.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your ELQ to Bangkok flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a public holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from ELQ to Bangkok with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
To get to ELQ from central Buraydah, it'll take about 25 minutes by car. It's roughly 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 91.0% of flights that depart ELQ reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport (ELQ) to Bangkok
C$255 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport to Bangkok flight. Return flight tickets start at C$533. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from ELQ to Bangkok, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for a Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport to Bangkok ticket.
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Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to the centre of Bangkok takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near BKK if you have a late flight from Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport to Bangkok. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental or Hertz and explore beyond Bangkok's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from ELQ to Bangkok.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
After your flight from Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport to Bangkok has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Bangkok is roughly 27 kilometres from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
After stepping off your ELQ to Bangkok flight, unwind at a hotel near DMK. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Chic Car Rent, asap car rental and Hertz make collecting a Don Mueang International Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at DMK can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Bangkok
Before scheduling your flights from Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport to Bangkok, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Bangkok offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season brings better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Before locking in your Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport to Bangkok flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. April is the warmest month in Bangkok, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ELQ to Bangkok in December when temperatures average between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
More about Bangkok
Start your Bangkok trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport to Bangkok, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Wat Arun, Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew are essential stops on your Bangkok itinerary.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Thailand waiting to be explored. Around 467 kilometres north-east of Bangkok, a trip to Udon Thani will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Thailand, head for Nakhon Ratchasima, roughly 225 kilometres north-east of Bangkok. Art and Culture Centre, Vongchavalitkul University, Wat Pa Salwan (Burapha Chan Chedi) and บ้านสวนเกษตรอินทรีย์ (บ้านสวนในซอย) are among its highlights.
