Travelling from Bangkok to Philadelphia: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Bangkok. Explore your options leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) when searching for a flight from Bangkok to Philadelphia.
Touch down at Philadelphia's major arrival point, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).
Philadelphia's timezone is UTC-4, making Philadelphia 11 hours behind Bangkok.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your Bangkok to Philadelphia flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Philadelphia
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap Bangkok to Philadelphia flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Bangkok to Philadelphia across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' Bangkok to Philadelphia flights.
Flying from Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
We make it easy to book a Bangkok to Philadelphia flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Travelling from central Bangkok to BKK takes around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Suvarnabhumi Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Bangkok to Philadelphia, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving Suvarnabhumi Airport, 67.87% land on schedule at their destination.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
You can reach DMK from central Bangkok in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to travel the 23 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not book an extra night away? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Don Mueang International Airport the day before your flight from Bangkok to Philadelphia:
Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time performance of 66%. This figure reflects how often flights departing from this airport reach their destination on time.
Arriving in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near PHL if you have a late flight from Bangkok to Philadelphia. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and explore beyond Philadelphia's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN) is about 48 kilometres from central Philadelphia. Once you've hopped off your flight from Bangkok to Philadelphia, it'll take you approximately 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 45 minutes.
Budget, National and Enterprise make picking up a Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from TTN four weeks in advance often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
You can find Trenton-Mercer Airport at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
August is the most popular month for flights from Bangkok to Philadelphia. To escape the crowds, head to Philadelphia in February.
Before locking in your Bangkok to Philadelphia tickets, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Philadelphia, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Bangkok to Philadelphia in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Philadelphia
Once you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Philadelphia, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Philadelphia:
Liberty Bell and Independence Hall are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Philadelphia itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Explore more of United States
Philadelphia is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be explored. Around 129 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, a trip to New York will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, Boston is another essential stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.
