Travelling from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): what you need to know
Bangkok is 11 hours ahead of New York and follows the UTC+7 timezone.
To ensure you catch your JFK to BKK flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between JFK and BKK:
London Heathrow Airport
Dubai Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
P21,528 is the best price for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. Return flights start at P40,420. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from JFK to BKK, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from JFK to BKK by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport.
Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Of the departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach John F. Kennedy International Airport from central New York, it'll take around 50 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to JFK? If you've booked an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
If you're getting in on a late John F. Kennedy International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near BKK:
Get your adventure underway 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.
For the best deal, book your ride from Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Bangkok. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
July is the most popular month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Bangkok in April.
When reserving your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport, think about the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Bangkok, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JFK to BKK in December. Average temperatures are between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF) then.
Explore more of Thailand
You've visited Bangkok, now it's time to discover other corners of Thailand. Travel around 467 kilometres north-east to Udon Thani to check off its popular sights. From Nong Prajak Public Park to Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Thailand, consider Chon Buri, about 64 kilometres south-east of Bangkok. Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall are highlights.