Flying from Bangkok to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): What you need to know
Put your holiday plans into action by working out where you'll catch your flight from Bangkok to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are the two main airports in Bangkok.
John F. Kennedy International Airport is located in New York. The city runs on the UTC-4 timezone and is 11 hours behind Bangkok.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Bangkok to JFK. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
In high season, expect extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Bangkok to JFK that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between BKK and JFK include:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Bangkok, BKK can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Bangkok to John F. Kennedy International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these stays close to Suvarnabhumi Airport:
67.87% of flights that leave from Suvarnabhumi Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Split up your flight from Bangkok to John F. Kennedy International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Don Mueang International Airport and JFK include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
You can reach DMK from the centre of Bangkok in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 27 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Bangkok to JFK flight, stay in one of these hotels near Don Mueang International Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 66.48%.
About John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
If you have a late flight from Bangkok to John F. Kennedy International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels 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.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around two weeks in advance of your Bangkok to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central New York. How long it'll take to get there in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
$589 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Return flights start from $961. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Bangkok to JFK. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Cheap Bangkok to John F. Kennedy International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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Hunt for savings on a flight from Bangkok to John F. Kennedy International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Bangkok to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
May is the quietest month for flights from Bangkok to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), while July is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to go to New York based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Bangkok to JFK flight ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in New York to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Bangkok to John F. Kennedy International Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about New York
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in New York right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Bangkok to John F. Kennedy International Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Central Park, Manhattan Skyline and Statue of Liberty are leading attractions which should be on every New York itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of New York. Around 137 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Baltimore is another standout destination in the United States and is around 290 kilometres south-west of New York. No trip is complete without dropping by Baltimore Aquarium, National Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.