Flying from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Bangkok is seven hours ahead of Southampton, where Southampton Airport is located. Bangkok runs on the UTC+7 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your SOU to Bangkok flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Heading off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
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Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Southampton, SOU can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Southampton Airport to Bangkok? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near SOU:
Of the departures from Southampton Airport, 55.7% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Bangkok
P40,639 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Southampton Airport to Bangkok flight. A return ticket right now is P45,040. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from SOU to Bangkok if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
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Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to the centre of Bangkok takes around 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel near BKK if you have a late flight from Southampton Airport to Bangkok. Settle into one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Grab a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car and explore Bangkok and beyond with your own set of wheels. Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Suvarnabhumi Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from SOU to Bangkok.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Central Bangkok is about 27 kilometres from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). After your flight from Southampton Airport to Bangkok has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 30 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so.
Following your SOU to Bangkok flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to DMK. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz make collecting a Don Mueang International Airport rental car simple. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at DMK will help you save.
Best time to go to Bangkok
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Southampton Airport to Bangkok. The city buzzes in peak season, but rates are usually higher and top attractions can be crowded. Visit Bangkok in low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Southampton Airport to Bangkok plane ticket with a departure in April if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SOU to Bangkok in December when temperatures average between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
More about Bangkok
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Bangkok right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Southampton Airport to Bangkok:
Wat Arun and Grand Palace are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Bangkok must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Wat Phra Kaew.
Explore more of Thailand
You've done Bangkok, now it's time to discover more of Thailand. Travel about 467 kilometres north-east to Udon Thani to check off its leading attractions. From Nong Prajak Public Park to Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Nakhon Ratchasima is another essential stop in Thailand and is around 225 kilometres north-east of Bangkok. No journey is complete without a visit to Art and Culture Centre, Vongchavalitkul University, Wat Pa Salwan (Burapha Chan Chedi) and บ้านสวนเกษตรอินทรีย์ (บ้านสวนในซอย).