Travelling from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Los Angeles is 14 hours behind Bangkok, where Suvarnabhumi Airport is located. Los Angeles operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from BKK to Los Angeles. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from BKK to Los Angeles. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
If you have a passport from Thailand, you will need an embassy visa to visit United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Los Angeles for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines ahead of booking and definitely before you fly.
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Bangkok, BKK can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 6 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near BKK? If you're boarding an early flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Los Angeles, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Los Angeles
318 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Los Angeles. A return flight starts at 555 €. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BKK to Los Angeles if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Los Angeles across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is roughly 32 kilometres. It'll take you around 32 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 54 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near LAX if you're catching a late flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Los Angeles. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
After your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Los Angeles has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 34 minutes by car. Central Los Angeles is roughly 32 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
You can also travel by public transport, which will take roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near VNY. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from BKK to Los Angeles:
Best time to go to Los Angeles
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Los Angeles while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Los Angeles, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Los Angeles in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from BKK to Los Angeles in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 26ºC on average.
More about Los Angeles
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Los Angeles right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Los Angeles:
Griffith Observatory and The Broad are a couple of top attractions to add to your Los Angeles must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
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