Flying from Bangkok to Sorong Airport (SOQ): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Bangkok to Sorong Airport (SOQ). Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are the two main airports in Bangkok.
The timezone in Sorong is UTC+9, which is two hours ahead of Bangkok. Sorong Airport is located in Sorong.
To ensure you get on your flight from Bangkok to SOQ, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Whether you're hoping to explore a new place on the way or just have a break, we make it a breeze to find a flight with a stopover. To check out your options leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Bangkok to SOQ.
Travelling from central Bangkok to BKK takes about 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Suvarnabhumi Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Bangkok to Sorong Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of the flights that depart from Suvarnabhumi Airport, 67.87% land on time at their destination.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Schedule a stopover during your journey at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Bangkok to Sorong Airport (SOQ) out of Don Mueang International Airport.
DMK is about 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Bangkok to SOQ flight? Check in to a hotel near Don Mueang International Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 66.48%. This figure shows how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
About Sorong Airport (SOQ)
Book a hotel close to SOQ if you're catching a late flight from Bangkok to Sorong Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Sorong Airport (SOQ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Sorong Airport is $367. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $796. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Bangkok to SOQ, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
Affordable Bangkok to Sorong Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
Finding a cheap flight ticket from Bangkok to SOQ is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.
Find an affordable flight from Bangkok to Sorong Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Bangkok to Sorong Airport (SOQ)
June is when most people book flights from Bangkok to Sorong Airport (SOQ). Visit Sorong in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Sorong is October, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Bangkok to SOQ flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Bangkok to Sorong Airport in July when temperatures are between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Sorong
Start your Sorong trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Bangkok to Sorong Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Bahari Hills, SAHARA JETTY and Sawinggrai Village are attractions you won't want to skip in Sorong.
Explore more of Indonesia
Add a new chapter to your Indonesia adventure with a visit to Mar, located about 113 kilometres north-east of Sorong. Pantai Werur is just one of the top attractions to put on your to-do list.
Another favourite stop in Indonesia, Sekof is located around 113 kilometres south-east of Sorong. Make time to visit highlights including Kampung Semuu - Faitsroan.