Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles. Based in the UTC+7 timezone, Bangkok is 14 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from LAX to Bangkok.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Busy periods (like summer, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for flights from LAX to Bangkok, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
If you hold a passport from United States, you'll need an e-visa to visit Thailand. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Bangkok for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you book and definitely before you fly.
The journey from central Los Angeles to LAX takes around 54 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 32 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Bangkok? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near LAX:
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Bangkok
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Bangkok is ₹ 32,139. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 59,725. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from LAX to Bangkok. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Bangkok is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to show the best prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok takes about 35 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 6 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Bangkok, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near BKK:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Central Bangkok is located around 27 kilometres from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). After your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Bangkok has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 30 minutes.
The trip will take about 1 hour and 5 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to DMK. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from LAX to Bangkok:
Best time to go to Bangkok
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Bangkok while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Bangkok, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Lock in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Bangkok for April to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 37ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from LAX to Bangkok in December when temperatures average between 19ºC and 33ºC.
More about Bangkok
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Bangkok right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Bangkok:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew are major attractions which should feature on any good Bangkok itinerary.
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