Travelling from Bangkok to Sendai Airport (SDJ): What you need to know
Bangkok is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Bangkok to Sendai Airport (SDJ) leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
The timezone in Sendai is UTC+9, which is two hours ahead of Bangkok. Sendai Airport is located in Sendai.
Your flight from Bangkok to SDJ won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Bangkok to SDJ. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
BKK is around 32 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Bangkok to Sendai Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by staying at one of these stays close to Suvarnabhumi Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Suvarnabhumi Airport, 67.87% touch down on time at their destination.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Break up your flight from Bangkok to Sendai Airport with a stop at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). A main stopover between Don Mueang International Airport and SDJ, it's a great opportunity to enjoy some downtime before continuing your journey.
On public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in around 1 hour 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 27 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Bangkok to SDJ flight? Kick back in a hotel near Don Mueang International Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 66.48%.
About Sendai Airport (SDJ)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Bangkok to Sendai Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near SDJ:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Sendai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Times or Nissan Rent a Car to explore Sendai and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Bangkok to Sendai Airport flight.
The address for SDJ is 28 Konuma, Shimomasuda, Natori.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Sendai Airport (SDJ)
At the moment, P7,923 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Sendai Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is P15,559. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Bangkok to SDJ if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Bangkok to Sendai Airport tickets across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Sendai Airport (SDJ)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Bangkok to Sendai Airport (SDJ). June is when most people travel to Sendai. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in April.
Before locking in your Bangkok to SDJ plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Sendai, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Sendai Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Sendai
Once you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Sendai Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sendai:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Haguro Shrine, Yasaka shrine and 仙台七夕祭 are attractions you won't want to skip in Sendai.
Explore more of Japan
You've visited Sendai, now it's time to discover other corners of Japan. Travel around 274 kilometres south-west to Saitama to check off its top sights. From Nara Park to Kichijoji and Sakura Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Travel 274 kilometres south-west from Sendai and you'll be in Yono, another standout destination in Japan. Don't leave without exploring Nishitani Park and Enjoin.