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Best Thailand Flight Deals from Chicago

Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 5 days
Bangkok
Bangkok1 stop฿27,378
Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai1 stop฿26,984
Phuket City
Phuket City1 stop฿28,826
Krabi
Krabi2 stops฿30,439
Ko Samui
Ko Samui1 stop฿28,431
Chiang Rai
Chiang Rai2 stops฿31,590
Bangkok
Bangkok1 stop฿27,378
Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai1 stop฿26,984
Phuket City
Phuket City1 stop฿28,826
Krabi
Krabi2 stops฿30,439
Ko Samui
Ko Samui1 stop฿28,431
Chiang Rai
Chiang Rai2 stops฿31,590
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Thailand flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to Thailand to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly, and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Thailand?

The cheapest month for flights from Chicago to Thailand is February, when tickets cost ฿29,221 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, when the average cost of return tickets is ฿43,569 and ฿41,759 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Thailand?

To get a below-average price on a flight from Chicago to Thailand, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 10% compared to booking last-minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

฿12,274
Best time to beat the crowds (20% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (4% more expensive on average)
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Phuket City

FAQs - booking Thailand flights

  • Which Thailand airport is nearest to the Grand Palace when flying from Chicago?

    Visitors flying to Thailand who want to visit major tourist attractions like the Grand Palace should book flights from Chicago that arrive at the Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) in Bangkok. From the airport, it is only about 30min by taxi or around 1h by train to the Grand Palace.

  • What passport or visa requirements are there for entering Thailand from Chicago?

    United States citizens flying from Chicago to Thailand will need to have a current passport, which will be valid for at least six months past the date of entry into the country. Immigration officials in Thailand may also request to see your return ticket to confirm your intended length of stay. United States tourists entering Thailand will not require a visa so long as their visit will be for no more than 30 days. For longer stays or if you are visiting the country for work or educational reasons, a visa may be required. For the most current entry rules and requirements relating to visas, consult the Royal Thai Embassy before departure.

  • Where should I fly to in Thailand from Chicago?

    There are quite a few airline carriers that offer flights to major destination cities across Thailand. For example, you can book a flight on Thai Airways to Chiang Mai (CNX) in the north of the country. In the eastern part of the country, Ubon Ratchathani (UBP) can be reached from Chicago on Korean Air or even Finnair. Qatar Airways and Emirates both offer flights from Chicago to Thailand’s capital city Bangkok (BKK), while cheap flights to Phuket City (HKT) in southern Thailand are available from Spirit Airlines and Singapore Airlines.

  • Is there public transportation available to the city center if I fly from Chicago to Bangkok?

    Yes, buses depart from the main terminal of the airport to the city center every 30min or so. Expect your ride to take about 1h. Alternatively, a train departs from the airport about every 15min, arriving in the city center around 25min later. If you prefer, there are also taxis waiting outside Gate 4 of the main terminal, which can have you in the city center in around 20min, depending on traffic conditions.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Thailand?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Thailand.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Thailand?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Chicago to Thailand is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Thailand?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from Chicago to Thailand with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Thailand?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Chicago to Thailand up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Thailand

  • Flights from Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport (ORD) to Thailand are available on a number of carriers, including Thai Airways, Etihad Airways, Japan Airlines, and even Swiss Airlines.
  • Passengers flying to Bangkok from Chicago will generally land at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). To arrive nearer to the city center, consider connecting through Asia and landing at Don Mueang Airport (DMK).
  • If you have an early morning departure for your flight to Thailand, you can book a room through KAYAK at the on-site hotel at Chicago O’Hare International Airport.
  • Relax before your long-haul flight to Thailand by taking the Transit System from Terminal 5 to the athletic club for a rest in the sauna or a dip in the pool.
  • Got a brief turnaround in Phuket City? You can take advantage of the airport’s baggage storage facilities or simply book a room through KAYAK at the nearby airport hotel.
  • Passengers flying through Chiang Mai International Airport from Chicago can take advantage of services such as ATMs or currency exchange desks and VAT refund stations.

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