Travelling from Chicago to Bangkok: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Chicago to Bangkok. O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are the two main airports in Chicago.
When it comes to choosing where to land in Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are the chief entry points.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Chicago to Bangkok.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
You will need an e-visa for Thailand if you hold a passport from United States and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before you lock in those cheap flights from Chicago to Bangkok, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most recent updates.
Flying from Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Chicago to Bangkok. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from O'Hare International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
ORD is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 54 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to Bangkok? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to O'Hare International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Split up your flight from Chicago to Bangkok with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between O'Hare International Airport and Bangkok are:
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
With public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 46 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 21 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Chicago to Bangkok? Unwind in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your trip officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
Arriving in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is around 32 kilometres from central Bangkok. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 35 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour and 6 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near BKK if you have a late flight from Chicago to Bangkok. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is around 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. Following your flight from Chicago to Bangkok, expect a drive time of approximately 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable stays to call home for the night near DMK. Kick back after your flight from Chicago to Bangkok at one of these perfectly located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Bangkok
ر.ق. 1,676 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Bangkok. A return flight starts at ر.ق. 3,013. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from Chicago to Bangkok. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
Getting cheap tickets from Chicago to Bangkok is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to show the best prices across the month and score a great deal.
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Best time to go to Bangkok
April is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Bangkok, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Bangkok based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from Chicago to Bangkok in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
December sees average temperatures of between 19ºC and 33ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Bangkok around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Bangkok
Start your Bangkok trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Chicago to Bangkok, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Bangkok itinerary.
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