{ "response": { "Key": "BKK-UBP", "orig": { "code": "BKK", "type": "airport", "city": "Bangkok", "fullCity": "Bangkok, Thailand", "airport": "Suvarnabhumi Airport" }, "dest": { "code": "UBP", "type": "airport", "city": "Ubon Ratchathani", "fullCity": "Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand", "airport": "Ubon Ratchathani Airport" }, "faq": { "q0": { "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani?", "answer": "A direct flight from Bangkok (BKK) to Ubon Ratchathani (UBP) typically takes about 1 hour 10 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes. There are no common one-stop itineraries for this short domestic route, as nonstop flights are frequent and the most practical option." }, "q1": { "question": "Are there any direct flights from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani?", "answer": "Yes, there are direct non‑stop flights from Bangkok (BKK) to Ubon Ratchathani (UBP). Thai Airways and Thai VietJet Air both fly the route daily, with each operating four departures a day — Thai Airways at roughly 7:00 AM and 4:00 PM, and Thai VietJet Air around 11:00 AM and 2:40 PM, giving a combined 56 weekly non‑stop flights.", "methodology": "Carrier service and weekly frequencies are summarized from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). Where available, on-time and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, and typical fares from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold. Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "flight_schedule", "route_airlines" ] }, "q2": { "question": "Are there visa requirements to travel from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani?", "answer": "This is a domestic flight within Thailand, so there are no visa requirements for travel between Bangkok and Ubon Ratchathani. However, foreign nationals must ensure their overall stay in Thailand complies with their visa or visa exemption conditions." }, "q3": { "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Ubon Ratchathani?", "answer": "Ubon Ratchathani Airport is located within the city limits, about 3 km north of the center, so most travelers use metered taxis, which are readily available at the terminal and take under 10 minutes to reach downtown hotels. Ride-hailing apps like Grab also operate in the city, offering a convenient alternative with upfront pricing. There is no direct mass transit link to the airport, though local songthaews (shared pickup trucks) pass along the main road outside for a very cheap ride if you’re traveling light. Car rental desks are present at the airport, but renting a car is uncommon for city-center trips given the short distance. The taxi is the fastest and most widely used option.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "http://airportdistancecalculator.com/muang-ubon-airport-ubp-details.html", "title": "Muang Ubon Airport (UBP) Details, Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand", "time_published": "2026-04-17T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "http://www.airportdistancecalculator.com/ubon-ratchathani-thailand-location-map.html", "title": "Ubon Ratchathani City Map, Where is Ubon Ratchathani Thailand located?", "time_published": "2026-04-21T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ubon%20Ratchathani%20Airport", "title": "Ubon Ratchathani Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-16T20:30:47Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ubon_Ratchathani_Airport", "title": "Ubon Ratchathani Airport", "time_published": "2026-07-05T22:02:50Z" }, { "url": "http://www.airportdistancecalculator.com/flight-bkk-to-ubp.html", "title": "Distance From Suvarnabhumi Airport to Muang Ubon Airport (BKK - UBP Distance)", "time_published": "2026-04-19T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q6": { "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani?", "answer": "No overnight (red‑eye) flights operate from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani — neither nonstop nor connecting itineraries with a red‑eye long leg were found.", "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.", "toolsUsed": [ "redeye_flights" ] }, "q7": { "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani?", "answer": "Thai Airways and Thai VietJet Air both fly nonstop from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani, each operating 28 flights per week with daily service. Thai Airways offers departures around 7:00 AM and 4:00 PM, while Thai VietJet Air has flights around 11:00 AM and 2:40 PM. Per-carrier fare data is not available for this route.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q9": { "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani?", "answer": "On-time performance is generally good, though afternoon thunderstorms can cause delays. Thai Smile and Thai AirAsia typically maintain reliable schedules, with early morning departures offering the best odds." }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Ubon Ratchathani?", "answer": "November to February offers the best weather with cooler temperatures and low rainfall, making sightseeing comfortable and avoiding the peak heat and monsoon rains." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani?", "answer": "For domestic travel within Thailand, bring a valid national ID card or passport, a payment method for baggage and any required health documents." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in Ubon Ratchathani?", "answer": "Ubon Ratchathani has only one airport, Ubon Ratchathani Airport, located about 2 kilometres north of the city centre, serving domestic flights mainly to Bangkok with airlines like Thai Smile and Nok Air." }, "q13": { "question": "How do I get to Suvarnabhumi Airport from the city center?", "answer": "From central Bangkok, the Airport Rail Link (ARL) is the fastest and most popular way to reach Suvarnabhumi Airport, with trains departing frequently from Phaya Thai and Makkasan stations. Public BMTA buses and airport shuttle buses serve various city points at low cost, while metered taxis, ride‑share services like Grab, and premium AOT limousines offer door‑to‑door convenience from the street or your hotel. Driving and parking are also possible, with rental cars available at the airport and access via Motorway 7, though traffic can be heavy.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://suvarnabhumi.airportthai.co.th/service/airport-guide/detail/Transportation_BKK", "title": "Ways to transport", "favicon": "https://suvarnabhumi.airportthai.co.th/service/airport-guide/detail/images/favicons/aot_apple_180.png", "time_published": "2021-08-25T04:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://suvarnabhumi.airportthai.co.th/service/transportation/detail/317", "title": "Bus BMTA", "time_published": "2021-08-25T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Suvarnabhumi%20Airport", "title": "Suvarnabhumi Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-29T22:02:29Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Suvarnabhumi_Airport_Automated_People_Mover", "title": "Suvarnabhumi Airport Automated People Mover", "time_published": "2026-03-22T13:16:31Z" }, { "url": "https://suvarnabhumi.airportthai.co.th/", "title": "Suvarnabhumi Airport | Bangkok International airport of Thailand | BKK", "favicon": "https://suvarnabhumi.airportthai.co.th/images/favicons/aot_apple_180.png", "time_published": "2024-09-26T17:00:00Z" } ] }, "q14": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Ubon Ratchathani airport?", "answer": "Ubon Ratchathani Airport (UBP) does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods. Nearby hotels like the Haus Hotel offer a free airport shuttle, and the Airbest Hotel is also close by but without a shuttle. Overnight stays inside the terminal are not possible as the airport closes at night.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "http://airportdistancecalculator.com/muang-ubon-airport-ubp-details.html", "title": "Muang Ubon Airport (UBP) Details, Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand", "time_published": "2026-04-17T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "http://www.airportdistancecalculator.com/flight-bkk-to-ubp.html", "title": "Distance From Suvarnabhumi Airport to Muang Ubon Airport (BKK - UBP Distance)", "time_published": "2026-04-19T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ubon%20Ratchathani%20Airport", "title": "Ubon Ratchathani Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-16T20:30:47Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ubon_Ratchathani_Airport", "title": "Ubon Ratchathani Airport", "time_published": "2026-07-05T22:02:50Z" }, { "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/udon-thani-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Udon Thani Airport Guide", "time_published": "2025-07-25T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "http://www.airportdistancecalculator.com/ubon-ratchathani-thailand-location-map.html", "title": "Ubon Ratchathani City Map, Where is Ubon Ratchathani Thailand located?", "time_published": "2026-04-21T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani?", "answer": "Nonstop flights from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani are typically operated with Airbus A320-family aircraft and Boeing 737s. The Airbus A320-100 is the most common type, flown by Thai Airways, Thai AirAsia, and Thai VietJet, while the Boeing 737-800 appears on Nok Air and Thai Lion Air. Other variants like the Airbus A318, A321-100, and Boeing 737-900 also appear on the route, so the exact aircraft can vary by day and airline.", "methodology": "Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_aircraft" ] }, "q20": { "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Bangkok?", "answer": "Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) offers a variety of lounges, including the Miracle First and Business Class Lounges located in Concourses A, C, D, F, G, and Satellite 1, with many open 24 hours and featuring comfortable seating and workspaces. The Coral Finest Business Class Lounge and its Cocoon variant are available in Concourses C and D, while The Coral Executive Lounge serves domestic passengers in Concourse A. Access to these lounges is generally available to business class passengers, elite status holders, or through programs like Priority Pass, and some can be entered with a day pass. Specific airline-branded lounges are not prominently listed, but the Miracle and Coral lounges serve as the primary independent options across the airport.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/thailand/suvarnabhumi", "title": "Suvarnabhumi Airport BKK Lounges - BKK Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-th/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/BKK", "title": "American Express Lounges at Suvarnabhumi Airport | Amex TH", "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://suvarnabhumi.airportthai.co.th/", "title": "Suvarnabhumi Airport | Bangkok International airport of Thailand | BKK", "favicon": "https://suvarnabhumi.airportthai.co.th/images/favicons/aot_apple_180.png", "time_published": "2024-09-26T17:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/BKK", "title": "American Express Lounges at Suvarnabhumi Airport | Amex US", "favicon": "https://www.americanexpress.com/apple-touch-icon-152x152.png" }, { "url": "https://prioritypass.com/lounges/thailand/bangkok-suvarnabhumi-intl/bkk2-louis-tavern-cip-first-class-conc-g-lounge", "title": "Suvarnabhumi Airport BKK Lounges - BKK Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q21": { "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani?", "answer": "On domestic flights from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani, baggage allowance varies by airline and fare. Basic economy tickets may not include checked baggage, while standard fares often include 15–20 kg of checked luggage. Carry-on is typically allowed, but size and weight limits differ by airline." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani?", "answer": "Flights from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani typically offer Economy class only, with standard reclining seats; Premium Economy and flat-bed Business are not common on this short domestic route." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare class, with flexible and premium tickets offering more same‑day change and standby options, while Basic Economy typically does not." } } } }