Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Don Mueang Airport (DMK): what you need to know
The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7, which is 15 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
To ensure you get on your LAX to DMK flight, allow 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 travel rule.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Don Mueang Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between LAX and DMK:
Guangzhou Airport
Hong Kong Intl Airport
Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Don Mueang Airport flight is $582. A round-trip fare is currently $1,170. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from LAX to DMK, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Don Mueang Airport.
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Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
80% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport arrive at their destination on time. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from LAX.
To get to Los Angeles International Airport from central Los Angeles, it takes about 35 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 29 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Don Mueang Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near LAX:
Arriving at Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
Book a hotel close to DMK if you're on a late Los Angeles International Airport to Don Mueang Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Don Mueang Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bangkok and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Don Mueang Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Don Mueang Airport (DMK) to central Bangkok
Don Mueang Airport to the centre of Bangkok has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Don Mueang Airport is March, while April is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Bangkok based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Don Mueang Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Bangkok, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LAX to DMK in January. Average temperatures are between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF) then.