Travelling from Los Angeles to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK): What you need to know
The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7, which is 15 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport is located in Bangkok.
To ensure you catch your flight from Los Angeles to BKK, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're getting away during a popular month like December, arrive at the terminal even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. You can expect lines to be longer during high seasons like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Los Angeles to BKK leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Travelling from central Los Angeles to LAX takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 29 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Los Angeles to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Los Angeles International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from LAX land on schedule 81% of the time.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
On public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in around 1 hour 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 29 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport the day before your Los Angeles to BKK flight:
About Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Consider booking a hotel near BKK if you have a late flight from Los Angeles to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
Grab a Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport rental car and discover Bangkok and beyond with your own set of wheels. Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz are top providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around four weeks ahead of your Los Angeles to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport flight.
Getting from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok
From Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport, central Bangkok is around 31 kilometres away. It takes about 35 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport is Rs110,719. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs200,157. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to BKK if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Los Angeles to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when picking your flight dates. October is the quietest month to go to Bangkok. February is when most people book flights from Los Angeles to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
Book a Los Angeles to BKK plane ticket departing in April if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Bangkok to range from 26ºC to 37ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC.
More about Bangkok
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Bangkok right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew and The Royal Place 2 are must-visits when exploring Bangkok.
Explore more of Thailand
Nakhon Ratchasima is just one of the many places in Thailand waiting to be explored after you've experienced Bangkok. Around 209 kilometres away to the northeast, its top attractions include Night Safari Korat, Saveone Night Market and Butterfly Park.
Around 129 kilometres southeast of Bangkok, Rayong is another essential stop in Thailand. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Saeng Chan Beach, Mae Rumphueng Beach and Mae Ramphueng Beach.
