Travelling from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Bangkok: what you need to know
The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7. The city is 14 hours ahead of Santa Ana, where John Wayne Airport is located.
To avoid rushing for your SNA to Bangkok flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Finding a plane ticket from SNA to Bangkok with a stopover is easy. Whether you want to cut down on travel expenses or add a new city to your itinerary, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to view your options. A popular stop is Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
The journey from central Santa Ana to SNA takes about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel near SNA? If you're boarding an early flight from John Wayne Airport to Bangkok, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
John Wayne Airport has a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from SNA touch down on schedule 81.53% of the time.
You'll find SNA at 18601 Airport Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Bangkok
285 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way John Wayne Airport to Bangkok flight. A return plane ticket right now is 571 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from SNA to Bangkok. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your John Wayne Airport to Bangkok ticket.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from John Wayne Airport to Bangkok by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Bangkok. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 35 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from John Wayne Airport to Bangkok. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and explore beyond Bangkok's usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from SNA to Bangkok.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Once your flight from John Wayne Airport to Bangkok has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Bangkok is roughly 27 kilometres from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to DMK. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your SNA to Bangkok flight:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Don Mueang International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and get going in the blink of an eye.
Lock in the best price by reserving 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
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from John Wayne Airport to Bangkok. The city buzzes during peak season, but prices are usually higher and top attractions can get crowded. Visit Bangkok in low season for a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a John Wayne Airport to Bangkok plane ticket with a departure in April if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SNA to Bangkok in December when temperatures average between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
More about Bangkok
Start your Bangkok trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from John Wayne Airport to Bangkok, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Wat Arun, Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew are top attractions which should feature on every Bangkok itinerary.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Thailand waiting to be discovered. Around 467 kilometres north-east of Bangkok, a trip to Udon Thani will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
Nakhon Ratchasima is another essential stop in Thailand and is around 225 kilometres north-east of Bangkok. No journey is complete without seeing Art and Culture Centre, Vongchavalitkul University, Wat Pa Salwan (Burapha Chan Chedi) and บ้านสวนเกษตรอินทรีย์ (บ้านสวนในซอย).
