How to get fromCosta Rica to Bangkokby plane, bus, taxi, shuttle or ferry

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There are 6 ways to get from Costa Rica to Bangkok by plane, bus, taxi, shuttle, or ferry

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Fly Juan Santamaría International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport, Publich Van
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1. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)plane SJO - BKK
2. Take the bus from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Thepharak Junctionbus
26h 50m
฿22,065–40,089
Fly Limón International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport, Publich Van
cheapest
1. Fly from Limón International Airport (LIO) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)plane LIO - BKK
2. Take the bus from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Thepharak Junctionbus
29h 17m
฿15,354–50,424
Taxi to Quepos La Managua Airport, fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport, Publich Van
1. Take the taxi from San Isidro to Quepos-Airport-XQPtaxi
2. Fly from Quepos La Managua Airport (XQP) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)plane XQP - BKK
3. Take the bus from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Thepharak Junctionbus
28h 18m
฿18,980–59,709
Shuttle, shuttle to Liberia International Airport, fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport, Publich Van
1. Take a shuttle bus from Puntarenas to Monteverdeshuttle
2. Take a shuttle bus from Monteverde to Liberia Airportshuttle
3. Fly from Liberia International Airport (LIR) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)plane LIR - BKK
4. Take the bus from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Thepharak Junctionbus
29h 3m
฿42,028–122,339
Fly Juan Santamaría International Airport to Don Mueang International Airport
1. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)plane SJO - DMK
30h 20m
฿16,036–49,049
Ferry to Cobano, fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport, Publich Van
1. Take the ferry from Puntarenas to Paqueraferry
2. Fly from Cobano (ACO) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)plane ACO - BKK
3. Take the bus from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Thepharak Junctionbus
32h 31m
฿16,571–60,132

Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) flights

23Weekly Planes

25h 22mAverage Duration

฿16,661Cheapest Price

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Distance: 17,379.6 km
Duration: 26h 50m

What companies run services between Costa Rica and Bangkok, Thailand?

Air France, Thai Lion Mentari, and two other airlines fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) once daily.

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Bangkok(opens in a new window), Thailand(opens in a new window)

Thailand’s bustling capital is filled with historic monuments, ancient temples, great shopping and a fascinating culture. Pick up some fresh produce at the famous floating markets, explore the many wats (temples) that pepper the city, and kick back at a local cabaret show. Visit the majestic Grand Palace or the giant reclining Buddha at Wat Pho, stroll through colourful Chinatown, and explore the city’s many canals. Test your bargaining skills at Chatuchak Weekend Market, experience a traditional muay thai kickboxing match and soak up the heady energy of Khao San Road.

Things to do in Bangkok

Grand Palace(Opens in a new window)

The Grand Palace (Thai: พระบรมมหาราชวัง, ) is a complex of buildings at the heart of Bangkok, Thailand. The palace has been the official residence of the Kings of Siam (and later Thailand) since 1782. The king, his court and his royal government were based on the grounds of the palace until 1925. King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX), resided at the Chitralada Royal Villa and his successor King Vajiralongkorn (Rama X) at the Amphorn Sathan Residential Hall, both in the Dusit Palace, but the Grand Palace is still used for official events. Several royal ceremonies and state functions are held within the walls of the palace every year. The palace is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Thailand.

Jim Thompson House(Opens in a new window)

The Jim Thompson House is a museum in central Bangkok, Thailand, housing the art collection of American businessman and architect Jim Thompson, the museum designer and former owner. Built in 1959, the museum spans one rectangular "rai" of land (approximately half an acre or 2023.43 meters). It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Thailand; sporting vibrant jungle foliage in the heart of the city.

Sukhumvit Road(Opens in a new window)

Sukhumvit Road (Thai: ถนนสุขุมวิท, Thanon Sukhumwit), or Thailand Route 3 (Thai: ทางหลวงแผ่นดินหมายเลข 3), is a major road in Thailand, and a major surface road of Bangkok and other cities it winds through. It follows a coastal route from Bangkok to Khlong Yai District, Trat border to Koh Kong, Cambodia

CentralWorld(Opens in a new window)

CentralWorld (Thai: เซ็นทรัลเวิลด์) is a shopping plaza and complex in Bangkok, Thailand. It is the tenth largest shopping complex in the world. The complex, which includes a hotel and office tower, is owned by Central Pattana. In 2006, after three years of design and renovation, CentralWorld was expanded to 550,000 square metres of shopping mall and 1,024,000 square metres of complex, topping nearby rival Siam Paragon in terms of size.

Places to stay in Bangkok

Chillax Heritage Hotel Khaosan(Opens in a new window)

8.8Fabulous

Villa De Khaosan by Chillax(Opens in a new window)

8.6Fabulous

Riva Surya Bangkok(Opens in a new window)

9.2Superb

Villa De Pranakorn(Opens in a new window)

8.6Fabulous

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