Travelling from Houston to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Houston. Check out your options departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) when reserving your flight from Houston to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
Bangkok is 12 hours ahead of Houston. Suvarnabhumi Airport is located in Bangkok, which operates on the UTC+7 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Houston to BKK. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
July is a busy month for air travel. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like Fourth of July, turn up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Houston to BKK. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
From central Houston, IAH is approximately 27 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Catching an early flight from Houston to Suvarnabhumi Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Houston to Suvarnabhumi Airport, here's where you can stop when taking off from William P. Hobby Airport:
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
HOU is around 19 kilometres from central Houston. It'll take 22 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 42 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Houston to BKK, unwind in one of these hotels near William P. Hobby Airport:
About Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
If you have a late flight from Houston to Suvarnabhumi Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near BKK:
Getting from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Bangkok. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 35 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 6 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Houston to Suvarnabhumi Airport is R 8,226. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 15,869. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from Houston to BKK, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Use the 'Whole month' search function and compare the prices of tickets from Houston to Suvarnabhumi Airport across each month. The lowest fares are marked in green, making it easy to choose a flight that fits your budget.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
July is the most popular month for flights from Houston to Suvarnabhumi Airport. To skip the crowds, head for Bangkok in April when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Houston to BKK for April if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Bangkok to range from 26ºC to 37ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Houston to Suvarnabhumi Airport in December if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC on average.
More about Bangkok
After booking your flight from Houston to Suvarnabhumi Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bangkok:
Grand Palace and Wat Arun are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Bangkok itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Wat Phra Kaew.
Complete your Bangkok trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Houston to Suvarnabhumi Airport to track down your perfect ride. Check out our car rentals in Bangkok and easily compare your options. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the average daily price.