Flying from Sacramento to Bangkok: what you need to know
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is Sacramento's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Sacramento to Bangkok departing from here.
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are Bangkok's major entry points.
The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7, which is 14 hours ahead of Sacramento.
To ensure you don't miss your Sacramento to Bangkok flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Bangkok
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Sacramento to Bangkok flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
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Flying from Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Whether you'd like to visit a new city along the way or just have a break, we make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To compare your options taking off from Sacramento International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is a stop you can make during your Sacramento to Bangkok flight.
The journey from central Sacramento to SMF takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Get your flight from Sacramento to Bangkok off to a relaxed start. Just a quick drive from Sacramento International Airport, spend the night at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas and you'll be well-rested for the trip ahead.
Sacramento International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 82.15% of flights that take off from SMF land on time.
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The distance from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is approximately 29 kilometres. It'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Sacramento to Bangkok, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near BKK:
Grab a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car and explore Bangkok and beyond with your own set of wheels. Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Suvarnabhumi Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is about 21 kilometres from central Bangkok. Once you've hopped off your flight from Sacramento to Bangkok, it'll take you approximately 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near DMK. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Sacramento to Bangkok:
Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz make picking up a Don Mueang International Airport rental car simple. These trusted companies are located around or in the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from DMK three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bangkok
July is the most popular month for flights from Sacramento to Bangkok. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Bangkok in April.
Lock in a Sacramento to Bangkok ticket departing in April if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Bangkok to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Sacramento to Bangkok in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF) on average.
More about Bangkok
Start your Bangkok trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Sacramento to Bangkok, explore our range of hotels including:
Grand Palace and Wat Arun are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Bangkok travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Wat Phra Kaew.
Explore more of Thailand
You've seen Bangkok, now it's time to explore other parts of Thailand. Travel about 467 kilometres north-east to Udon Thani to tick off its popular sights. From Nong Prajak Public Park to Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Chon Buri is another standout destination in Thailand and is around 64 kilometres south-east of Bangkok. No trip is complete without seeing Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall.