Flights to Bangkok

Bangkok is Thailand's capital and largest city, home to roughly 9 million people and about 17 million in the wider metropolitan area. It is served by two international airports, Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang, and has ten urban rail lines for getting around. Most of the year is hot and humid, so many visitors plan around the cooler, drier months.

Airports
BKK, DMK
Currency
THB
Passport needed
Yes
US cities with nonstops
1
BKK

Fares to Bangkok

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Flights to Bangkok from US cities

Airports in Bangkok and getting into town

BKK

Suvarnabhumi Airport

16 miles (25 km) from the city centre. 62.9 million passengers in 2025

HowRouteTimeCost
TrainAirport Rail Link City Line to Phaya Thai station, with connections to the BTS Skytrainabout 26mabout THB 45 to Phaya Thai
TaxiMetered taxi or ride-hail to central Bangkok, including the airport surcharge and expressway tollsabout 1habout THB 400-575 per vehicle
DMK

Don Mueang International Airport

15 miles (24 km) from the city centre. 31.7 million passengers in 2025

HowRouteTimeCost
TrainSRT Red Line to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal (Bang Sue)about 20mTHB 33
BusAirport bus A1 or A2 to BTS Mo Chit or Victory Monument–THB 30
TaxiMetered taxi to central Bangkok including surcharge and tollsabout 45mabout THB 250-500 per vehicle

Travel essentials for Bangkok

Entry requirements for US citizens

US citizens can enter Thailand visa-free for tourism for stays under 60 days with a valid passport, and must complete the free online Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) before arrival.

The TDAC is submitted at tdac.immigration.go.th within 3 days before arrival. The US State Department advises having at least six months of passport validity from the entry date, one blank passport page, and proof of onward travel, which airlines or officials may ask to see. An extension of up to 30 days can be requested at a Thai immigration office.

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Currency
Thai baht (THB)
Language
Thai
Plugs
Type A and B and C and O, 230 V
Time zone
Asia/Bangkok

When to visit Bangkok

The cooler, drier season from about November to February is the most comfortable for sightseeing. March to May is the hottest period, and the rainy season runs from roughly mid-May through October, with September the wettest month.

Busiest: Nov-Feb. Quieter shoulder season: Mar, Oct.

Average temperatures in Bangkok (°F)

60°70°80°90°100°110°Jan: average high 91°F (33°C), low 74°F (23°C)74°JanFeb: average high 93°F (34°C), low 77°F (25°C)FebMar: average high 94°F (34°C), low 80°F (27°C)MarApr: average high 96°F (36°C), low 81°F (27°C)96°AprMay: average high 95°F (35°C), low 80°F (27°C)MayJun: average high 93°F (34°C), low 80°F (27°C)JunJul: average high 92°F (33°C), low 79°F (26°C)JulAug: average high 92°F (33°C), low 79°F (26°C)AugSep: average high 92°F (33°C), low 78°F (26°C)SepOct: average high 92°F (33°C), low 77°F (25°C)OctNov: average high 92°F (33°C), low 76°F (24°C)NovDec: average high 90°F (32°C), low 74°F (23°C)Dec
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MonthAvg highAvg low
Jan91°F (33°C)74°F (23°C)
Feb93°F (34°C)77°F (25°C)
Mar94°F (34°C)80°F (27°C)
Apr96°F (36°C)81°F (27°C)
May95°F (35°C)80°F (27°C)
Jun93°F (34°C)80°F (27°C)
Jul92°F (33°C)79°F (26°C)
Aug92°F (33°C)79°F (26°C)
Sep92°F (33°C)78°F (26°C)
Oct92°F (33°C)77°F (25°C)
Nov92°F (33°C)76°F (24°C)
Dec90°F (32°C)74°F (23°C)

Tips for visiting Bangkok

  • Submit the free Thailand Digital Arrival Card on the official site (tdac.immigration.go.th) within 3 days before you land.
  • Keep a digital or paper copy of your passport photo page with you.
  • From Suvarnabhumi, the Airport Rail Link to Phaya Thai is usually quicker than a taxi in rush hour; taxi fares from the airport add a THB 50 surcharge plus expressway tolls.
  • From Don Mueang, the A1 and A2 buses (THB 30) and the SRT Red Line (THB 33) are the low-cost routes into the city.
  • Plan outdoor sightseeing for early morning in March to May, when daily highs average 35 C (95 F) or more.

Frequently asked questions

Which airports serve Bangkok?

Bangkok is served by Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). Suvarnabhumi Airport handled about 62.9 million passengers in 2025.

Do US citizens need a visa for Bangkok?

US citizens can enter Thailand visa-free for tourism for stays under 60 days with a valid passport, and must complete the free online Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) before arrival. The TDAC is submitted at tdac.immigration.go.th within 3 days before arrival. The US State Department advises having at least six months of passport validity from the entry date, one blank passport page, and proof of onward travel, which airlines or officials may ask to see. An extension of up to 30 days can be requested at a Thai immigration office.

When is the best time to visit Bangkok?

The cooler, drier season from about November to February is the most comfortable for sightseeing. March to May is the hottest period, and the rainy season runs from roughly mid-May through October, with September the wettest month.

How do I get from Suvarnabhumi Airport to the city centre?

Airport Rail Link City Line to Phaya Thai station, with connections to the BTS Skytrain, about 26 minutes, about THB 45 to Phaya Thai. Other options include metered taxi or ride-hail to central bangkok, including the airport surcharge and expressway tolls.

Which US cities have nonstop flights to Bangkok?

Among the cities we cover, Los Angeles (about 0m) have nonstop service to Bangkok as of October 2026.

What currency is used in Bangkok?

Bangkok uses the Thai baht (THB).

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Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.

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