Bangkok to Udon Thani Flights

Udon Thani is an important regional hub linking north-eastern Thailand and neighbouring Laos as well as with the rest of the world. Udon is approximately 560 km south of Bangkok. The commercial core, Udon Town, is host to a significant population of expatriates, some of whom moved here during the battle. Udon's dining and nightlife environment is also culturally rich and provides a strong alternative.

Tip: Udon in Ban Chiang is home to one of the oldest bronze-age cultures in the world.

Getting There

Direct flights to Udon Thani takes an average time of 1 hour and 10 minutes to cover the distance between two places. Udon Thani International Airport is situated 7 kilometres far from the city centre which can be easily covered by bus, taxi or car. Flights from Bangkok to Udon Thani are frequently available, there are 160 flights per week to fly. Nok Air, Air Asia, Thai Smile and VietJet Airways offers cheap flights from Bangkok.

Tip: Plan your visit to Udon Thani during weekdays for cheaper flight fares.

Places to see in Udon Thani

The historic park of Phu Phra Baht is a fascinating park with the cave of sandstone, cave, paintings of the prehistoric cave and peculiar rocks that surround the beautiful scenery. Phu Foi Lom Eco Park is suitable for walking or camping overnight. Nong Prajak Park is a nice place to rest, jog and picnic in the centre of the city. The Udon Thani Provincial Museum is a must-visit for its architectural heritage and collection of artefacts, situated inside a historic building, which formerly was the Royal Residence of Queen Rampai Panni.

Visit Ban Dung's rock spa and salt fields, which look like barren snow dusting rice fields but actually, they are high-quality salt flora that shines in the light. Discover the Khiri Wongkot Village, which is the finest and one of Udon Thani's most unique Thai ecotourism groups. Wat Pho Sri Nai is an open-air museum that has preserved archaeological sites which is a short walk away. The town invites tourists for local events and stays in their home. You will be able to see pottery and bones there as once thousands of years ago were buried.

Tips: Visit the Chao Phi-Ya Chinese temple, which has the large-filled koi pond and the buddha temple intricate, colourful shrines and the nebulous, sumptuous gardens.

Transportation and Activities in Udon Thani

When in Udon City, tuk-tuk and the song teaow is the most common mode of transport. Tuk-tuks can be a little challenging as you have no fixed rate per ride but you have to rely on your negotiating skills. Meter Taxis, Bicycle Taxis are also available.

Huay Luang is an excellent spot for rafting, fishing or cruise shooting west of the city centre in Huay Luang. For camping overnight, waterfall walks or a picnic, visit Phu Foi Lom Eco Park, where you can find a wide variety of fauna and forests.

Tip: Stay at simple and reasonable hotels near the city centre.

Shopping and Dining

Udon has its own handicrafts and snacks worth checking out just like other provinces in Thailand. Especially known for handwoven silk, 'child' textile, pottery and Vietnamese 'naem neaug' sausage. The village of Na Kha has silk and children's clothes to buy. In the town centre, you can avoid the hot day by shopping for clothes, electronic devices or local souvenirs at the Charoensri shopping centre.

Udon has many restaurants and a variety of foreign cuisines from North-East Thai dishes. Most are open-air in the shady areas of the forest. Such traditional Isane and Thai dishes are typically served.

Tip: Udon Thani foreign ex-pats and visitors are concentrated with a glass beer around the Charoensri Complex.

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