Flying from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco's timezone is UTC-7, which makes San Francisco 14 hours behind Bangkok.
Your BKK to SFO flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Suvarnabhumi Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between BKK and SFO:
Hong Kong International Airport
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
Narita International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Right now, $500 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Suvarnabhumi Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $784. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from BKK to SFO, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to San Francisco International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BKK to SFO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Handy information about Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Suvarnabhumi Airport, data shows 67.87% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Suvarnabhumi Airport from central Bangkok, it takes about 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Have an early flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near BKK:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Suvarnabhumi Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of San Francisco and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport around one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
From San Francisco International Airport, San Francisco is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to San Francisco International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to San Francisco. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to San Francisco International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 22ºC (72ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BKK to SFO sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
San Francisco is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be explored. Around 64 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, a visit to San Jose will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another favourite stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.