Travelling from Houston to Bangkok: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Houston. Explore your options leaving from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) or Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) when searching for a flight from Houston to Bangkok.
Hop off your plane in Bangkok at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang Airport (DMK).
The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7, which is 13 hours ahead of Houston.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your Houston to Bangkok flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Bangkok
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Houston to Bangkok flights if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for your plane ticket from Houston to Bangkok.
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Flying from Houston
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)
We make it easy to find a Houston to Bangkok flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE)
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Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
IAH is around 26 kilometres from central Houston. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Houston to Bangkok or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Of the departures from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport, 79% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
HOU is around 16 kilometres from central Houston. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not book an extra night away? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Houston Hobby Airport the day before your flight from Houston to Bangkok:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Houston Hobby Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 79%.
The address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok takes around 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to BKK if you're coming in on a late flight from Houston to Bangkok. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental or Hertz to explore Bangkok and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport around four weeks ahead of your Houston to Bangkok flight.
Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
After your flight from Houston to Bangkok has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Bangkok is roughly 21 kilometres from Don Mueang Airport (DMK).
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so.
After your flight from Houston to Bangkok, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to DMK. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Chic Car Rent, asap car rental and Hertz make collecting a Don Mueang Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at DMK can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Bangkok
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Houston to Bangkok. January is the most popular month to visit Bangkok. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your Houston to Bangkok ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Look for cheap flights from Houston to Bangkok around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Bangkok
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Bangkok right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Houston to Bangkok:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. The Grand Palace, The Temple of the Emerald Buddha and Songkran Festival Silom are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Bangkok itinerary.
