Traveling from Phoenix to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): What you need to know
Planning your vacation starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Phoenix. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Phoenix to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) taking off from here.
The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7, which is 14 hours ahead of Phoenix. Suvarnabhumi Airport is located in Bangkok.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Phoenix to BKK.
With more travelers during peak seasons, it's smart to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Traveling from central Phoenix to SCF takes around 1 hour 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometers in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Phoenix to Suvarnabhumi Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays near Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport:
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
Work a stopover into your journey at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). It's a key transfer point for flights from Phoenix to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) out of Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.
PHX is about 8 kilometers from central Phoenix. It'll take you 10 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 35 minutes.
Get your vacation started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Phoenix to BKK flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport:
Flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 82.57% of them landing on schedule.
The address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbor Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
On your way to AZA from the center of Phoenix? The airport is around 56 kilometers away, and getting there takes roughly 40 minutes by car.
Make catching an early Phoenix to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport and head to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
The on-time performance rating of AZA is 78.65%. To put it simply, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
The address of Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Reserve a hotel near BKK if you're catching a late flight from Phoenix to Suvarnabhumi Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental or Hertz and explore beyond Bangkok's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride around four weeks ahead of your Phoenix to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight.
Getting from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport is roughly 27 kilometers from central Bangkok. How long it'll take to get to the center by cab or car rental depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
Traveling on public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Suvarnabhumi Airport is $476. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $976. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Phoenix to BKK if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Affordable Phoenix to Suvarnabhumi Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
April is the quietest month for flights from Phoenix to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), while July is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to visit Bangkok based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Phoenix to BKK plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. April is the warmest month in Bangkok, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Phoenix to Suvarnabhumi Airport in December when temperatures are between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
More about Bangkok
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Bangkok right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Phoenix to Suvarnabhumi Airport:
Every great vacation has to include a little sightseeing. Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew and The Royal Place 2 are must-visits when exploring Bangkok.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Thailand waiting to be explored. Around 209 kilometers north-east of Bangkok, a visit to Nakhon Ratchasima will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Night Safari Korat, Saveone Night Market and Butterfly Park.
Around 129 kilometers south-east of Bangkok, Rayong is another favorite stop in Thailand. No visit is complete without checking out Saeng Chan Beach, Mae Rumphueng Beach and Mae Ramphueng Beach.