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There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Bangkok. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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SFO - BKK
Cheapest • 15% average savings
SFO - DMK
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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February
Cheapest • 11% price drop
December
Most popular
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Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM)
Cheapest • Avg ฿17,988 (return)
Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE)
Shortest trip • 18h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Bangkok (SFO-BKK)

 
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Price, demand, and travel trends for San Francisco to Bangkok flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Bangkok?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Bangkok. It's 5% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Bangkok?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Bangkok at ฿26,291 return.
•December (฿49,747) and June (฿45,832) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 89% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from San Francisco to Bangkok the cheapest?

Flights from San Francisco to Bangkok are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 19% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for San Francisco to Bangkok flights

Low season

September
Beat the crowds with an average 41% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 49% increase in travellers.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Bangkok

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Bangkok based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San Francisco to Bangkok flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Bangkok?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from San Francisco to Bangkok.

  • How long is a flight from San Francisco to Bangkok?

    A direct flight from San Francisco to Bangkok takes 00m, covering 20,516 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Bangkok?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Bangkok flight?

    Return flights from San Francisco to Bangkok range from ฿25,987 to ฿40,061, with an average of ฿29,645 over the past 12 months. Anything below ฿25,987 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute San Francisco to Bangkok flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 18% above the ฿29,645 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • What car rental options are available in Bangkok?

    Since Bangkok is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) – daily rates from around ฿436:

    • Drive Car Rental
    • Alamo
    • Sixt
    • Yesaway
    • Hertz

    Near Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport (DMK) – daily rates from around ฿229:

    • Drive Car Rental
    • Alamo
    • Thai Rent
    • Chic Car Rent
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Bangkok?

    Flights from San Francisco to Bangkok usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and may arrive at several airports in Bangkok area, including Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) and Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Bangkok pass through?

    One-stop flights from San Francisco to Bangkok most commonly connect through:

    • Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) – 51% of one-stop connections
    • Incheon Intl (ICN) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 10% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Bangkok?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from San Francisco to Bangkok. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at ฿28,215 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at ฿33,378, a difference of ฿5,164.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from San Francisco to Bangkok?

    Flying via Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 18h 47m, compared to 19h 23m via Vancouver Intl (YVR) and 19h 26m via Tokyo Narita (NRT).

  • What is the time difference between San Francisco and Bangkok?

    Bangkok is 14 hours ahead of San Francisco (Indochina Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Bangkok?

    Some of the most popular sights in Bangkok are Victory Monument, Pratunam, and Siam Square. These are among the most viewed places in Bangkok on KAYAK.

  • Are there kid and pet amenities at San Francisco Airport?

    If you're traveling with kids and pets, you'll be glad to know that you're well taken care of at SFO. The airport features baby care facilities, several interactive Kids'Spots play zones, self-guided tours for older children, and medical facilities. You'll find several animal relief areas in Terminal 1, 2, and 3.

  • How do you travel from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Bangkok city center?

    Suvarnabhumi Airport has a Rail Link with two SA Express routes that can get you from the airport to Downtown Bangkok in about 15min. Alternatively, you can use the Airport Express Bus located at Entry Gate 8 and take about 45min to the city, or use a metered taxi from entry Gate 4. If you're looking to use public buses or vans, you'll find the Public Transport Center outside the main terminal building.

  • Are there lounges at Suvarnabhumi Airport?

    Several airlines have lounges at BKK Airport, including Bangkok Airways, Air France, Thai Airways, Singapore Airlines, China Airways, EVA Air, Emirates Airlines, Japan Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and Oman Air. Most of these lounges offer premium food, beer and wine, TV, Wi-Fi, and showers.

  • What are my travel options from Don Muang Airport (DMK) to Bangkok City?

    You have two options, by taxi or by bus. Taxis are more convenient and the taxi stand is located outside arrivals. The trip will take you about 20min to the city. If you opt to travel by bus, you can choose between the Airport Limo Bus Express and the A1. Both depart from Door 6 Terminal 1, but you’ll need to transfer after reaching Mo Chit and use the MRT Subway or BTS Skytrain to reach Bangkok.

Your guide to booking San Francisco to Bangkok flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average ฿28,215, which is about ฿5,164 less than Saturday fares (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 19% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Bangkok trip for February. Fares historically average ฿26,291 return in that month – typically ฿23,456 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.

    Near Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport

    • Regency Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airpor
    • Suvarnabhumi Ville Airport Hotel
    • Siam Mandarina Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport Hotel (Free Shuttle)

    Near Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport

    • Amari Don Muang Airport Bangkok
    • The Royal Bee Apart Hotel
  • If you're looking to travel from San Francisco to Bangkok, Thailand, you can book your flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO), which is about 13 miles away from the city center. To reach San Francisco International Airport from the San Francisco city center, you can use the BART rapid rail or the SamTrans buses that connect directly to the airport. The BART station is located in the International Terminal.
  • When booking your flight, you can choose one of two Bangkok airports, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). BKK airport is approximately 19 miles away from Downtown Bangkok, while DMK Airport is approximately 14 miles away.
  • Some of the airlines that fly from San Francisco Airport to Bangkok include Alaska Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Japan Airlines, Korean Air, and American Airlines. San Francisco International Airport is a hub for Alaska Airlines and United Airlines.
  • San Francisco International Airport has special complimentary services, including the Airport Butler that offers customized assistance, yoga rooms, spa services at XpresSpa, a SkyTerrace where you can chill, and museum exhibits that offer historical, scientific, cultural, and art exhibits.
  • If you’d like to spend the night at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), you'll find the Miracle Transit Hotel on the fourth floor of the airport. Alternatively, you can stay at the Avagard Capsule Hotel.
  • If you arrive at Don Muang Airport (DMK), you can stay at Sleep Box by Miracle, located in Terminal 2 on the fourth floor of the airport, or the Amari Don Muang Airport Hotel, also on-site and connected to the airport by a walkway.

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