Travelling from Bangkok to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Bangkok is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Bangkok to Philadelphia flying out of Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang Airport (DMK).
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the primary point of entry to Philadelphia.
Philadelphia's timezone is UTC-5, making Philadelphia 12 hours behind Bangkok.
To ensure you make it on your Bangkok to Philadelphia flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Philadelphia
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Bangkok to Philadelphia flights if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
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Flying from Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
We make it a breeze to book a Bangkok to Philadelphia flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
BKK is about 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Bangkok to Philadelphia? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport:
73% of flights leaving from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in around 1 hour 5 minutes. The terminal is roughly 21 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 35 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Bangkok to Philadelphia, stay in one of these hotels close to Don Mueang Airport:
60% of all departures from Don Mueang Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The distance from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia is approximately 11 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 30 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Bangkok to Philadelphia, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near PHL:
Follow your own route with a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and experience more of Philadelphia and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Philadelphia. Once you've hopped off your flight from Bangkok to Philadelphia, it'll take you approximately 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 35 minutes.
After your flight from Bangkok to Philadelphia, settle in at a hotel close to TTN. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting in a long taxi line. Pick up a Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare availability and rates from Budget, National and Enterprise.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from TTN four weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
You can find Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
August is the most popular month for flights from Bangkok to Philadelphia. To avoid the crowds, go to Philadelphia in March.
The warmest month in Philadelphia is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Bangkok to Philadelphia ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Bangkok to Philadelphia in January when temperatures average between -7ºC and 9ºC.
More about Philadelphia
After booking your flight from Bangkok to Philadelphia, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Philadelphia:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are highlights which should feature on any good Philadelphia itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. About 129 kilometres northeast of Philadelphia, a visit to New York will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Central Park, Statue of Liberty and The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Around 434 kilometres northeast of Philadelphia, Boston is another essential stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.