Travelling from San Diego to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): What you need to know
San Diego International Airport (SAN) is San Diego's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from San Diego to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) departing from here.
Suvarnabhumi Airport is located in Bangkok. The city is in the UTC+7 timezone and is 14 hours ahead of San Diego.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from San Diego to BKK.
During high season, allow for longer queues and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from San Diego to BKK leaving from San Diego International Airport (SAN), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
SAN is about 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 20 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near San Diego International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from San Diego to Suvarnabhumi Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of San Diego International Airport, 71.38% of flights complete their journey on time.
SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Using public transport, you can travel from central San Diego to CLD in about 2 hours 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 40 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your San Diego to BKK flight, unwind in one of these hotels near McClellan-Palomar Airport:
About Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
If you're coming in on a late flight from San Diego to Suvarnabhumi Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near BKK:
Explore without limits with a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and see more of Bangkok and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around four weeks before your San Diego to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight.
Getting from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. The time it takes to get to the centre by car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Right now, Rs99,012 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Suvarnabhumi Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs228,171. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from San Diego to BKK if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your San Diego to Suvarnabhumi Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from San Diego to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
April is the quietest month for flights from San Diego to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Bangkok based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a San Diego to BKK flight ticket departing in April if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Bangkok to range from 26ºC to 37ºC.
December sees temperatures of between 19ºC and 33ºC. Search for cheap tickets from San Diego to Suvarnabhumi Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Bangkok
Once you've booked your flight from San Diego to Suvarnabhumi Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bangkok:
Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Bangkok to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to The Royal Place 2.
Explore more of Thailand
You've visited Bangkok, now it's time to explore more of Thailand. Journey about 209 kilometres north-east to Nakhon Ratchasima to check off its leading attractions. From Night Safari Korat to Saveone Night Market and Butterfly Park, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Thailand, head for Rayong, about 129 kilometres south-east of Bangkok. Saeng Chan Beach, Mae Rumphueng Beach and Mae Ramphueng Beach are among its highlights.