Travelling from Orlando to Bangkok: what you need to know
Orlando International Airport (MCO) is Orlando's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Orlando to Bangkok leaving from here.
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang Airport (DMK) are Bangkok's major gateways.
Bangkok's timezone is UTC+7, making Bangkok 12 hours ahead of Orlando.
Leave enough time to make your Orlando to Bangkok flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Bangkok
To pick up cheap Orlando to Bangkok flights, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your plane ticket from Orlando to Bangkok.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from Orlando to Bangkok by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' Orlando to Bangkok flights.
Flying from Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Orlando to Bangkok flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Orlando International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
MCO is around 14 kms (9 miles) from central Orlando. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
After an easy start to your break? Stay near Orlando International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Orlando to Bangkok or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
77% of flights leaving from Orlando International Airport reach their destination on time.
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The distance from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is approximately 27 kms (17 miles). It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
Book a hotel near BKK if you have a late flight from Orlando to Bangkok. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental or Hertz and see more of Bangkok and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks in advance of your Orlando to Bangkok flight.
Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
After your flight from Orlando to Bangkok has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Bangkok is approximately 21 kms (13 miles) from Don Mueang Airport (DMK).
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near DMK. Unwind after your Orlando to Bangkok flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long taxi lines. Pick up a Don Mueang Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare rates and availability from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental and Hertz.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from DMK three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bangkok
January is the most popular month for flights from Orlando to Bangkok. To escape the crowds, visit Bangkok in March.
Before locking in your Orlando to Bangkok tickets, consider what kind of weather works for you. April is the warmest month in Bangkok, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 37ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Orlando to Bangkok in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC and 34ºC on average.
More about Bangkok
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Bangkok right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Orlando to Bangkok:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. The Grand Palace, The Temple of the Emerald Buddha and Songkran Festival Silom are major attractions which should feature on every Bangkok itinerary.