Flying from Bangkok to Hiroshima Airport (HIJ): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Bangkok. Check out your options departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) when organising your flight from Bangkok to Hiroshima Airport (HIJ).
The timezone in Hiroshima is UTC+9, which is two hours ahead of Bangkok. Hiroshima Airport is located in Hiroshima.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Bangkok to HIJ.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Bangkok to HIJ. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular airports:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
BKK is about 32 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Suvarnabhumi Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bangkok to Hiroshima Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
67.87% of flights departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Fit a stopover into your itinerary at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). It's a key transfer point for flights from Bangkok to Hiroshima Airport (HIJ) out of Don Mueang International Airport.
With 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 trip by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Bangkok to HIJ flight? Relax in a hotel near Don Mueang International Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time performance of 66.48%. This figure shows how often flights that leave from this airport land on time.
About Hiroshima Airport (HIJ)
Have a late flight from Bangkok to Hiroshima Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near HIJ and be in snooze mode sooner:
Travel at your own pace with a Hiroshima Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Times or Nissan Rent a Car and experience more of Hiroshima and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Bangkok to Hiroshima Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
You'll find HIJ at 64-31 Hongocho Zennyuji, Mihara.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Hiroshima Airport (HIJ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Hiroshima Airport is RM545. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM970. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from Bangkok to HIJ, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Bangkok to Hiroshima Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Hiroshima Airport (HIJ)
February is the quietest month for flights from Bangkok to Hiroshima Airport (HIJ), while June is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Hiroshima based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Bangkok to HIJ plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Hiroshima, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Hiroshima Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Hiroshima
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Hiroshima right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Bangkok to Hiroshima Airport:
Hiroshima National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims and Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Hiroshima to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Rest House of Hiroshima Peace Park.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Hiroshima, now it's time to discover more of Japan. Travel about 241 kilometres east to Osaka to tick off its popular sights. From Dotonbori to Osaka Castle and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Kobe is another essential stop in Japan and is around 209 kilometres east of Hiroshima. No journey is complete without experiencing Chinatown (Nankinmachi), Cherry Blossom Promenade along the Toga River and Onsen-ji Temple.