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AIRPORT
BKK
WORLD RANK
#91

Bangkok

Suvarnabhumi International

VTBS
512
Flights/Day
12:38
Local Time
Bangkok
Timezone
5ft
Elevation
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VFR
33°C
Few Clouds • 6kt • 1010.00"
Observed: 05:30 UTC
VFR — Visual Flight Rules: Clear conditions, no weather delays expected.
Cloud Forecast Convective Activity
12k 8k 4k 0
07:00
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09:00 BECMG
CLR
16:00 TEMPO
8k
23:00 BECMG
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Few (1-2 oktas) Scattered (3-4) Broken (5-7) Overcast (8) CB (storm) | CLR = Clear 25k = 25,000 ft ceiling
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About Suvarnabhumi International

Bangkok has tropical thunderstorms year-round with monsoon intensification (May-October). Storms are typically brief but can be intense.

Is Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport turbulent?

Bangkok lies in the path of monsoon weather systems that bring daily thunderstorms during the wet season. The infamous Singapore Airlines turbulence incident (2024) occurred over nearby Myanmar during early monsoon when storms develop rapidly. Convective cells can grow from benign to severe in under an hour, catching even experienced crews off guard. The airport itself operates efficiently but regional turbulence is a real concern.

  • Southwest monsoon season runs May through October
  • Storm cells can grow from 20,000 to 50,000 feet in under an hour
  • 2024 Singapore Airlines incident injured 71 passengers, killing one
What causes severe turbulence over Southeast Asia?

The monsoon season brings intense moisture that fuels rapid thunderstorm development. Storms can form quickly over the Bay of Bengal and Myanmar, producing severe turbulence even in clear air near cell boundaries. These early-stage storms may not appear on radar, making them particularly dangerous. Routes between Europe/Middle East and Bangkok cross prime turbulence territory.

When is the smoothest time to fly to Bangkok?

November through February offers the driest, most stable conditions. Early monsoon (May-June) and late monsoon (September-October) bring the most unpredictable storms. Regardless of season, keeping your seatbelt fastened at all times is strongly advised on routes over the Bay of Bengal and Myanmar.

Is turbulence at Bangkok dangerous?

No. Modern aircraft are designed to withstand forces far stronger than turbulence. While bumps can feel uncomfortable, they do not pose a safety risk. Pilots actively avoid rough air whenever possible. Learn more about turbulence

Best seats to reduce turbulence when flying from Bangkok?

Seats near the wings feel the least movement because they are closest to the aircraft's center of gravity. Seats at the back of the aircraft feel turbulence more strongly. Learn more about seat selection

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SU SU653
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CV CV9016
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TK TK6228
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9C 9C8892
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LX LX181
13:00
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TG TG660
13:00
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ET ET608
13:05
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K6723
13:10
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JX742 +1
13:10
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VJ VJ204 +1
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13:15
Local
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VJ VJ334 +1
airbus a320-214
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SU SU273
13:25
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VJ VJ2300 +2
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PR PR731
13:30
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TG TG110 +1
13:30
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BI BI514
13:35
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SQ SQ721 +1
13:35
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13:35
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MU MU542
13:40
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PG PG145 +1
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13:50
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DR DR5042
13:50
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VJ VJ804
13:50
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6E1052
13:50
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SU SU815
13:50
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13:55
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NH NH878
13:55
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UL UL405
14:00
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VJ VJ902 +1
14:00
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14:00
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TG TG638 +1
14:10
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TG TG44
14:15
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MH MH789
14:15
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GA GA867 +1
14:15
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PG PG161 +1
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14:20
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TG TG624
14:25
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VN VN604 +1
14:30
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DE DE2360
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