1 airline flies nonstop from Los Angeles to Bangkok.
Checking today’s fares with the airlines.
| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| United Airlines | LAX Los Angeles International Airport | BKK Suvarnabhumi Airport |
Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.
16 miles (25 km) from the city centre. 62.9 million passengers in 2025
| How | Route | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | Airport Rail Link City Line to Phaya Thai station, with connections to the BTS Skytrain | about 26m | about THB 45 to Phaya Thai |
| Taxi | Metered taxi or ride-hail to central Bangkok, including the airport surcharge and expressway tolls | about 1h | about THB 400-575 per vehicle |
US citizens can enter Thailand visa-free for tourism for stays under 60 days with a valid passport, and must complete the free online Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) before arrival.
Bangkok is 15 hours ahead of Los Angeles in January and 14 hours ahead of it in July, because the two observe daylight saving time differently. Bangkok uses the Thai baht (THB).
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Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.
As of October 2026, United Airlines flies this route nonstop.
About 8,266 miles (13,303 km), measured between the city centres.
Bangkok is 15 hours ahead of Los Angeles in January and 14 hours ahead of it in July, because the two observe daylight saving time differently.
US citizens can enter Thailand visa-free for tourism for stays under 60 days with a valid passport, and must complete the free online Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) before arrival.
Airport Rail Link City Line to Phaya Thai station, with connections to the BTS Skytrain, about 26 minutes, about THB 45 to Phaya Thai.
Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.