Bangkok to Brisbane Flights

Flying out of Bangkok

Travellers flying out of Bangkok will leave from Suvarnabhumi Airport, whose name means "The Golden Land." Handling over forty-seven million passengers each year, it is one of the busiest airports in Asia and is a hub for numerous airlines, including Airways International, Bangkok Airlines, and Orient Thai Airlines, all of which can be booked online through ebookers. Located at Bang Sao Thong, Samut Prakan, Thailand, the airport is about fifteen miles east of Bangkok's city centre and fifteen miles north of the coast.

Where to Park

Parking at Suvarnabhumi Airport is divided into regular parking and long-term parking lots. The regular lots are located directly next to the terminal and cost 240 baht per day. The long-term parking is a short walk away from the terminals costs only 133 baht per day. If you are planning a longer holiday, you can purchase a monthly parking spot for 950 baht.

Getting There

Ways to get to the airport by public transportation are plentiful. If you're light on luggage, however, the most convenient transportation method will be the bus system. Numerous bus routes stop at the airport, including routes 389, 390, 825, 9904, 9905, 9906, 9907, 9908, 9909, 9910, and 9916, and cost at most 70 baht per ride. Another option is the Airport Rail Link train service. The City Line is the most affordable at 45 baht but makes multiple stops and takes thirty minutes to get to the airport. The two express lines are much faster, averaging fifteen minutes from downtown, but cost 150 baht. Taxis are available for hire for 8 baht per mile plus a small driver fee, or you can let ebookers take care of booking you a car to take you to the airport.

What to Eat

The airport has many fast-food restaurants, including Burger King and Dairy Queen. For a more formal meal, however, Kinramen is a tasty option. It serves Japanese noodle dishes and is a great place to eat if you have some time to kill. The Mango Tree, a Thai restaurant that is known for its pad Thai noodles, is also on site. Both of these options will cost around 180 baht a dish. The Reef Bar is a fun place to grab a drink if you need to fill some time before flying out of Bangkok.

Arriving at Brisbane Airport

Brisbane is a friendly, laidback city with many attractions and activities that draw visitors from all around the world. When you plan your travel to Brisbane in advance with ebookers, you'll fly into Brisbane Airport, located roughly eight miles from the centre of the city. The airport is Australia's third busiest, and ACCC has named it "Australia's Best Airport for Quality of Service" for eight years in a row.

Transport from Brisbane Airport

You'll find counters for six rental car companies in the domestic terminal on level one and in the international terminal on level two. The Airtrain takes passengers to Brisbane every fifteen minutes at a cost of AU$5. Coachtrans Australia buses also run regular routes to Brisbane and the central business district of the city. Taxi ranks are located outside both the domestic and international terminals, and fares run around AU$40 for a trip to the city.

Weather in Brisbane, Australia

Brisbane has a humid sub-tropical climate. Summers are hot and humid, while winters are warm and moderately dry. The city's summer rainy season lasts from November to March, with frequent thunderstorms during this time. Winters are the best time to visit, since the weather is normally mild and temperatures rarely drop below freezing. Average winter lows are around 10°C, while highs reach up to 24°C. Keep the weather in mind when you're planning your holiday in Brisbane with ebookers.

Things to Do in Brisbane

Brisbane is a modern city with many exciting attractions and events. South Bank is the city's cultural centre, and it features a wide array of restaurants, cafes, and an inner-city beaches. You'll also find the Performing Arts Centre, Queensland Museum, the State Library, the Gallery of Modern Art, and Queensland Art Gallery in this district. Fortitude Valley offers vibrant nightlife, with lots of live entertainment at world-class nightclubs, such as Barsoma, the Alhambra Lounge, Cloudland, and more. If you arrive during September, be sure to check out the Brisbane Festival, which features free entertainment and a nightly fireworks display.