Travelling from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): what you need to know
Philadelphia's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Philadelphia 11 hours behind Bangkok.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your BKK to PHL flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between BKK and PHL:
London Heathrow Airport
Hamad International Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Currently, $1,076 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Suvarnabhumi Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,746. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from BKK to PHL, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Philadelphia International Airport across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from BKK to PHL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Philadelphia International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
When it comes to Suvarnabhumi Airport's on-time performance, 67.87% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Suvarnabhumi Airport from central Bangkok, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to BKK? If you've booked an early flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Philadelphia International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to PHL if you're catching a late Suvarnabhumi Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Philadelphia International Airport rental car and discover Philadelphia and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia
You'll find PHL at Industrial Highway and Island Road.
Philadelphia International Airport to central Philadelphia has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
It typically takes 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
August is the most popular month for flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Philadelphia in February.
The warmest month in Philadelphia is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Philadelphia International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from BKK to PHL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -7ºC and 9ºC on average.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Philadelphia. Around 129 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
If you're eager to discover another corner of United States, consider Boston, about 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia. Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are highlights.