Travelling from Bangkok to Shillong Airport (SHL): What you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Bangkok to Shillong Airport (SHL). Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are Bangkok's main airports.
Shillong Airport is located in Shillong. The city is in the UTC+5:30 timezone and is one hour 30 minutes behind Bangkok.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Bangkok to SHL. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Whether you're eager to discover a new city on the way or just have a break, we make it a breeze to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Bangkok to SHL.
Travelling from central Bangkok to BKK takes about 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Suvarnabhumi Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bangkok to Shillong Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
Of the departures from Suvarnabhumi Airport, 67.87% touch down on time at their destination.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
DMK is about 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Bangkok to SHL flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Don Mueang International Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 66.48%.
About Shillong Airport (SHL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Bangkok to Shillong Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SHL instead:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Shillong Airport (SHL)
At the moment, P5,660 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Shillong Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is P24,142. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Bangkok to SHL. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Cheap Bangkok to Shillong Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from Bangkok to Shillong Airport. Pick the departure times, carriers and stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from Bangkok to Shillong Airport (SHL)
February is the quietest month for flights from Bangkok to Shillong Airport (SHL), while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Shillong based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Bangkok to SHL plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. June is the warmest month in Shillong, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Bangkok to Shillong Airport in January when temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).
More about Shillong
Start your Shillong trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Shillong Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Elephant Falls, Shillong View Point and Divine View - Lum Pyllon are leading attractions which should be on any good Shillong itinerary.
Explore more of India
Aizawl is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored once you've seen Shillong. Around 225 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Hiking trail, Azuali waterfalls and Khawnglung Wildlife Sanctuary.
Around 225 kilometres south-east of Shillong, Imphal is another favourite stop in India. Experience major highlights starting with Imphal War Cemetery, Rock Garden and Radha Krishna Temple.
