Travelling from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): what you need to know
Bangkok is 14 hours ahead of Seattle and is in the UTC+7 timezone.
Your SEA to BKK flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between SEA and BKK:
Vancouver International Airport
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
Narita International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Currently, R 5,078 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 8,438. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from SEA to BKK, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
81.27% of flights leaving Seattle-Tacoma International Airport reach their destination according to schedule. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of SEA.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 55 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near SEA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
If you're arriving on a late Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near BKK:
Grab a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car and discover Bangkok and beyond with your own wheels. Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz are top providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Suvarnabhumi Airport around four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok
From Suvarnabhumi Airport, Bangkok is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
July is the most popular month for flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Bangkok in April.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from SEA to BKK in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
Udon Thani is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be explored after you've seen Bangkok. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Thailand, consider Chon Buri, about 64 kilometres south-east of Bangkok. Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall are among the biggest draws.
