Travelling from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): what you need to know
The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7, which is 12 hours ahead of Durham.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your RDU to BKK flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between RDU and BKK:
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport flight is Rs119,829. A return plane ticket is currently Rs277,090. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from RDU to BKK. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport.
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Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
Of the flights that depart from Raleigh / Durham Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Durham to Raleigh / Durham Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near RDU? If you're boarding an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:
Pick up a Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car and explore Bangkok and beyond with your own set of wheels. Chic Car Rent, asap car rental and Hertz are popular outlets to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
When to fly to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport is March, while January is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Bangkok based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Bangkok, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 37ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 19ºC and 34ºC. Look for cheap tickets from RDU to BKK sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
