Bangkok to Kon Tum flights
Kon Tum lies 812 km (505 mi) east of Bangkok, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 47 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Bangkok | Kon Tum | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Thailand | Vietnam |
| Population | 5.1 million | 205,762 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 543 m (1,781 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Bangkok) | UTC+7 (Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh) |
| Nearest large airport | DMK, 21 km out | PXU, 39 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Kon Tum
Crossing from Thailand into Vietnam: money changes from the Baht to the Dong (VND); traffic switches to the right; sockets are BS 1363, Euro, NEMA 1-15, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +84; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648804 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648805.
Airports at each end
Leaving Bangkok
Bangkok is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Don Mueang International Airport (DMK), 21 km (13 mi) from the centre, whose 12,139-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK, 28 km).
Arriving in Kon Tum
Kon Tum is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Pleiku Airport (PXU), 39 km (24 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 7,874 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pleiku Airport (regional) | PXU | 39 km (24 mi) | 7,874 ft | 2,434 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Kon Tum from Bangkok?
812 km (505 mi) in a straight line, east of Bangkok.
How long does it take to get from Bangkok to Kon Tum by air?
About 1 h 47 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bangkok and Kon Tum?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Bangkok to Kon Tum flights?
Typically Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Pleiku Airport (PXU).
What currency do I need in Kon Tum?
The Dong (VND).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.