Flying from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Bangkok: what you need to know
The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7. The city is 3 hours behind Mackay, where Mackay Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from MKY to Bangkok.
Flying over a peak time such as June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
To visit Thailand for tourism purposes, you will need an e-visa if you hold a passport from Australia. However, visa rules are subject to change and other documentation may be needed depending on the purpose and length of your stay. Always check the most recent guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Mackay Airport to Bangkok.
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Mackay, MKY can be reached in approximately 11 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 26 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Mackay Airport to Bangkok? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to MKY:
How to find the cheapest flights from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Bangkok
C$787 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mackay Airport to Bangkok. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$923. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from MKY to Bangkok, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Mackay Airport to Bangkok across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is around 35 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour and 6 minutes.
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Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Once your flight from Mackay Airport to Bangkok has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Bangkok is approximately 27 kilometres from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
Public transport will get you there in approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to DMK. Kick back and get cozy after your flight from MKY to Bangkok at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Bangkok
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Mackay Airport to Bangkok while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Bangkok, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your flights from Mackay Airport to Bangkok in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from MKY to Bangkok in December when temperatures average between 19ºC and 33ºC.
More about Bangkok
After locking in your flight from Mackay Airport to Bangkok, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bangkok:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew are top attractions which should feature on every Bangkok itinerary.
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