Travelling from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): what you need to know
Bangkok is 12 hours ahead of Chicago and is in the UTC+7 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your ORD to BKK flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from O'Hare International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between ORD and BKK:
Vancouver International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
356 € is the best price for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. Return flights start from 677 €. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from ORD to BKK. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from O'Hare International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from ORD to BKK.
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Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
74.85% of flights taking off from O'Hare International Airport make it to their destination on time.
O'Hare International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near ORD. Whether you're catching an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late O'Hare International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bangkok and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport to central Bangkok has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Bangkok. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from O'Hare International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ORD to BKK in December. Temperatures average between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF) then.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Thailand you'll want to see. About 467 kilometres north-east of Bangkok, a trip to Udon Thani will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
Around 64 kilometres south-east of Bangkok, Chon Buri is another favourite stop in Thailand. No visit is complete without checking out Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall.
