Traveling from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to New York: what you need to know
New York is 11 hours behind Bangkok, where Suvarnabhumi Airport is located. New York observes the UTC-4 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to make your BKK to New York flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When searching for flight tickets from BKK to New York, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The journey from central Bangkok to BKK takes about 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometers in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to New York? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to BKK:
67.87% of flights leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to New York
The best price we've seen for a one-way Suvarnabhumi Airport to New York flight is $394. The cheapest price for a return flight is $647. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from BKK to New York if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Scoring cheap tickets from Suvarnabhumi Airport to New York is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest fares across every month and snap up an incredible deal.
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Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York takes about 50 minutes by car. The center is roughly 48 kilometers away.
It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to New York, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near JFK:
Follow your own route with a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and see more of New York and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from BKK to New York.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
After your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to New York has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city center in about 30 minutes by car. Central New York is roughly 24 kilometers from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Following your BKK to New York flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to EWR. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at EWR will save you money.
The address for Newark Liberty International Airport is Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Make your way to the city center after your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to New York has landed. Central New York is around 18 kilometers from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and takes roughly 25 minutes to get to by car.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour.
Enjoy a more leisurely start to your trip by staying at a hotel near LGA after your BKK to New York flight. Recharge after a day of travel or simply give yourself time to get your bearings in a new city at:
Begin your trip without worrying about how to get to your destination with a LaGuardia Airport rental car. You can book your wheels with trusted companies here like Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty.
Around two weeks ahead of your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to New York is a good time to secure your ride from LGA. You're more likely to get a better rate or even pick up some early bird discounts.
LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Center.
Best time to go to New York
Before securing your flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to New York, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in New York offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Suvarnabhumi Airport to New York flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from BKK to New York in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about New York
Once you've booked your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to New York, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring New York:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Empire State Building are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned New York itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've done New York, now it's time to discover more of United States. Travel around 129 kilometers south-west to Philadelphia to check off its top attractions. From Liberty Bell to Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Boston is another favorite destination in United States and is around 306 kilometers north-east of New York. No trip is complete without dropping by Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.