Flying from Seattle to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK): What you need to know
The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7, which is 15 hours ahead of Seattle. Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport is located in Bangkok.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Seattle to BKK. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
July is a busy month for air travel. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like Thanksgiving or Christmas, turn up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Seattle to BKK leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
SEA is around 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Seattle to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
80% of flights departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport land at their destination according to schedule. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from SEA.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
You can arrive at PAE from the centre of Seattle in approximately 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Seattle to BKK flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Seattle Paine Field International Airport:
Most flights that leave Seattle Paine Field International Airport get to their destination as planned. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 80%.
About Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Seattle to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near BKK:
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Seattle 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 get to the city centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport is Rs81,409. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs178,675. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Seattle to BKK if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Seattle to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport tickets across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal is available on plane tickets from Seattle to BKK.
Lock in a cheap flight from Seattle to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Seattle to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding your trip dates. May is the quietest month to go to Bangkok. February is when most people book flights from Seattle to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Lock in a Seattle to BKK plane ticket departing in April if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Bangkok to range from 26ºC to 37ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC and 34ºC.
More about Bangkok
Start your Bangkok trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Seattle to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew and Songkran Festival Silom are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Bangkok itinerary.
Explore more of Thailand
You've visited Bangkok, now it's time to discover other parts of Thailand. Travel about 209 kilometres northeast to Nakhon Ratchasima to tick off its leading sights. From Night Safari Korat to Wat Chai Mongkol and Wat Na Pha That, your itinerary will be busy.
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.
