Travelling from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Bangkok is 14 hours ahead of Phoenix, where Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is located. Bangkok observes the UTC+7 timezone.
To avoid missing your PHX to Bangkok flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Whether you'd like to explore another city as part of your journey or just have a break, we make it easy to book plane tickets from PHX to Bangkok with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is a popular stop on this route.
PHX is about 4 miles from central Phoenix. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near PHX. Whether you've booked an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Bangkok or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are all about convenience:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from PHX arrive on schedule 82.57% of the time.
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Bangkok
£330 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Bangkok flight. Return plane tickets start from £596. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from PHX to Bangkok, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
If you have flexibility with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Bangkok ticket.
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Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to the centre of Bangkok takes around 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 20 miles away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Bangkok, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near BKK:
Pick up a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car and explore Bangkok and beyond with your own wheels. Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz are top providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from PHX to Bangkok.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
After your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Bangkok has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Bangkok is roughly 17 miles from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
The journey will take about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near DMK. Kick back and get cosy after your PHX to Bangkok flight at any of these well-located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Don Mueang International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and be on your way in a flash.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from DMK three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bangkok
Plan your trip to Bangkok during the high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Bangkok in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
When booking your Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Bangkok plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. April is the warmest month in Bangkok, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PHX to Bangkok in December when temperatures average between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
More about Bangkok
Start your Bangkok trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Bangkok, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Wat Arun, Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Bangkok itinerary.
Explore more of Thailand
You've seen Bangkok, now it's time to discover other parts of Thailand. Travel about 290 miles north-east to Udon Thani to check off its top sights. From Nong Prajak Public Park to Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 140 miles north-east of Bangkok, Nakhon Ratchasima is another favourite stop in Thailand. Start your sightseeing at Art and Culture Centre, Vongchavalitkul University, Wat Pa Salwan (Burapha Chan Chedi) and บ้านสวนเกษตรอินทรีย์ (บ้านสวนในซอย).