Travelling from Seattle to Bangkok: what you need to know
Seattle has two main airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Seattle to Bangkok flying out of Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Seattle Lake Union SPB Airport (LKE).
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang Airport (DMK) are Bangkok's primary gateways.
Bangkok's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Bangkok 15 hours ahead of Seattle.
To ensure you make it on your Seattle to Bangkok flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Bangkok
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Seattle to Bangkok flights if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your plane ticket from Seattle to Bangkok.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from Seattle to Bangkok by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Find an affordable Seattle to Bangkok flight with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Flying from Seattle
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for Seattle to Bangkok flights leaving from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Want a handy hotel close to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seattle to Bangkok, these stays will have you nice and close to your departure gate:
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from SEA touch down on schedule 80% of the time.
Arriving in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The distance from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is roughly 27 kilometres. It'll take you about 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Seattle to Bangkok. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental or Hertz and experience more of Bangkok and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
The centre of Bangkok is about 21 kilometres from Don Mueang Airport (DMK). As soon as your flight from Seattle to Bangkok has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 35 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near DMK. Settle in and get cosy after your Seattle to Bangkok flight at one of these well-located options:
Chic Car Rent, asap car rental and Hertz make collecting a Don Mueang Airport rental car simple. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Score the best price by securing your ride from DMK three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bangkok
January is the most popular month for flights from Seattle to Bangkok. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Bangkok in March.
Before locking in your Seattle to Bangkok tickets, think about the kind of weather you prefer. April is the warmest month in Bangkok, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Seattle to Bangkok in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF) on average.
More about Bangkok
Start your Bangkok trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Seattle to Bangkok, browse our selection of hotels including:
The Grand Palace and The Temple of the Emerald Buddha are just two of the top attractions to add to your Bangkok to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Songkran Festival Silom.