Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): what you need to know
Bangkok is 14 hours ahead of Los Angeles and is in the UTC+7 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your LAX to BKK flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between LAX and BKK:
Vancouver International Airport
Beijing Capital International Airport
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Right now, Rs96,154 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs184,014. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LAX to BKK if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price in every month when searching for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from LAX to BKK by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
81.05% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport reach their destination according to schedule. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of LAX.
Los Angeles International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to LAX:
Arriving at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Los Angeles International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and chase adventure across Bangkok and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Suvarnabhumi Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok
From Suvarnabhumi Airport, Bangkok is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Bangkok based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Bangkok, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 37ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LAX to BKK in December. Temperatures average between 19ºC and 33ºC then.
Explore more of Thailand
You've done Bangkok, now it's time to explore other corners of Thailand. Journey about 467 kilometres north-east to Udon Thani to check off its top sights. From Nong Prajak Public Park to Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Thailand, consider Chon Buri, about 64 kilometres south-east of Bangkok. Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall are the start of reasons to visit.