Travelling from Bangkok to Richmond International Airport (RIC): What you need to know
Richmond is 12 hours behind Bangkok. Richmond International Airport is located in Richmond, which follows the UTC-5 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Bangkok to RIC.
Popular months like February or other peak periods mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Travelling from central Bangkok to BKK takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Bangkok to Richmond International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport, 73% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in around 1 hour 5 minutes. The terminal is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Bangkok to RIC flight? Unwind in a hotel near Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
60% of flights departing Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Richmond International Airport (RIC)
Reserve a hotel close to RIC if you have a late flight from Bangkok to Richmond International Airport. Choose one of these options and end the night sooner:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around one week before your Bangkok to Richmond International Airport flight.
RIC is located at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
Getting from Richmond International Airport (RIC) to central Richmond
Richmond International Airport is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Richmond. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Richmond International Airport (RIC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Richmond International Airport is Rs168,609. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs349,140. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Bangkok to RIC. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Bangkok to Richmond International Airport ticket.
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Save money on your flight from Bangkok to Richmond International Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Bangkok to Richmond International Airport (RIC)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Bangkok to Richmond International Airport (RIC). July is the busiest month to travel to Richmond. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in December.
Book a Bangkok to RIC plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Richmond to range from 19ºC to 34ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Bangkok to Richmond International Airport in January when temperatures are between -4ºC and 12ºC.
More about Richmond
Start your Richmond trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Richmond International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Richmond when you're ready to sightsee. Start exploring at Black History Museum & Cultural Centre of Virginia followed by Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and Virginia Museum of History & Culture.
Explore more of the United States
Baltimore is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Richmond. Around 209 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.
If you're ready to explore another side of the United States, head for Washington DC, about 161 kilometres north of Richmond. Lincoln Memorial, The White House and Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History are highlights.
