Travelling from Paris to Bangkok: what you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when planning your flight from Paris to Bangkok. Explore your options for leaving Paris from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA).
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are Bangkok's major gateways.
The average duration of a direct Paris to Bangkok flight is 11 hours 30 minutes.
Bangkok's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Bangkok six hours ahead of Paris.
With 18 flights a week between the two airports, Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is the busiest route. Board the earliest flight from Paris to Bangkok with Thai Airways International at 12:30. If you prefer to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight from CDG to BKK is with Aircalin at 22:00.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your Paris to Bangkok flight.
Travelling during a popular month like June? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Bangkok
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The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Paris to Bangkok is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Flying from Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Jet off from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) on a nonstop flight from Paris to Bangkok. From CDG, you can fly directly into Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
You'll have your pick of airlines that offer direct Paris to Bangkok plane tickets out of CDG. Book your journey with one of these:
We make it a breeze to find a Paris to Bangkok flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Charles de Gaulle Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
The journey from central Paris to CDG takes about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 23 kms (14 miles) in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Paris to Bangkok? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near Charles de Gaulle Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Charles de Gaulle Airport, 61.46% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Visit friends or family or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Paris to Bangkok flight, here's where you can stop when setting off from Paris Orly Airport:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
On public transport, you can travel from central Paris to ORY in around 55 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kms (9 miles) away. Driving will take you about 35 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near Paris Orly Airport the day before your flight from Paris to Bangkok:
Paris Orly Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure reflects how often flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
The street address for ORY is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
You can book a ticket from Paris to Bangkok with one or more stops departing from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA). These are some of the most common stopovers between BVA and Bangkok:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
From the centre of Paris, BVA is around 72 kms (45 miles) away. It takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to arrive by car and 2 hours 20 minutes or so on public transport.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near Beauvais-Tille Airport and know you'll make it to your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Paris to Bangkok flight:
Flights departing from BVA land at their destination on schedule 66.39% of the time.
The address of Beauvais-Tille Airport is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Arriving in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The distance from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is approximately 29 kms (18 miles). It'll take you about 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Paris to Bangkok. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bangkok and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Central Bangkok is about 21 kms (13 miles) from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). After your flight from Paris to Bangkok has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 30 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so.
After your flight from Paris to Bangkok, settle in at a hotel close to DMK. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Don Mueang International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from DMK three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bangkok
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Paris to Bangkok. July is the busiest month for a trip to Bangkok. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your Paris to Bangkok ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
December has average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Look for cheap flights from Paris to Bangkok around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Bangkok
Start your Bangkok trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Paris to Bangkok, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Grand Palace and Wat Arun are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Bangkok to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Wat Phra Kaew.
Explore more of Thailand
You've visited Bangkok, now it's time to discover other parts of Thailand. Travel around 290 miles north-east to Udon Thani to check off its leading sights. From Nong Prajak Public Park to Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another side of Thailand, head for Chon Buri, about 40 miles south-east of Bangkok. Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall are highlights.