Bangkok to Khon Kaen Flights

New Bangkok International Airport

If you're on the hunt for affordable flights from Bangkok, make your job a whole lot easier by booking your travel with Orbitz.com. You'll be able to find the low fare you're looking for by comparing multiple pricing options at once and choosing the one that best fits your budget. New Bangkok International Airport, also called Suvarnabhumi Airport, is located about 18 1/2 miles east of downtown Bangkok. Located 16 miles from downtown Bangkok, the airport offers service from 96 airlines from all over the world.

Transportation to New Bangkok International Airport

One of the easiest ways to get to and from New Bangkok International Airport is via the Airport Rail Link. The Rail Link's express service runs nonstop between the terminal in the city and the airport, and the entire $4.75 trip takes about 15 minutes. You could also rent a car through Orbitz.com if you prefer to drive yourself. The car rental companies represented here include Avis, Hertz and Budget.

Parking at New Bangkok International Airport

There are both short-term and long-term parking options at New Bangkok International Airport. The short-term daily rate is 250 baht, or about $7.88. The daily rate for long-term parking is 140 baht, or roughly $4.41.

Dining at New Bangkok International Airport

If you've got time before your flight, you can try one of the airport's half dozen sit-down restaurants, which offer a wide range of cuisine. Kinramen restaurant is a popular choice, and offers delicious Japanese noodle dishes like soba and udon. Prices here range from about $4-$5 per meal. If you're in a rush, you'd be better served at one of the airport's fast food joints, which include Dairy Queen and Burger King. Let Orbitz.com help you find affordable flights from Bangkok and book all your other travel needs.

Flights to Khon Kaen

Khon Kaen is located in Isan, Thailand, and is the capital of the Khon Kaen Province. Flights to Khon Kaen Airport are available on Kan Air and Thai Airways International. The airport is centrally located about four miles from the city's center, and flight reservations are available through Orbitz.com.

Transportation from the Airport

There are no taxis available in Khon Kaen. The primary method for travel from the airport to your destination within the city is by airport limo. A ticket for the limo can be purchased in the baggage claim area for about $1.50.

The Weather in Khon Kaen

The weather in Khon Kaen is hot throughout the year, with an average yearly high of about 90°F. The temperatures rarely change throughout the year, with average lows in the mid-70s to high 60s. The main change in climate is when the rainy season hits between May and October, with peak rainfall during August and September. Dress throughout the year should be light to match the high temperatures, and an umbrella should be kept readily available during the rainy season.

Things to Do in Khon Kaen

Once you arrive in Khon Kaen, there are several local attractions that you may enjoy visiting. Lake Bueng Kaen provides a number of water-based activities that visitors can enjoy while cooling off from the area's high temperatures. There are several Buddhist temples you can visit in town, as well as the Khon Kaen National Museum, which has a large collection of antiquities and art pieces from the region. Tickets for flights to Khon Kaen are available for purchase on Orbitz.com at bargain prices.