Travelling from Bangkok to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Bangkok has two main airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Bangkok to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
O'Hare International Airport is located in Chicago. The city operates in the UTC-5 timezone and is 12 hours behind Bangkok.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Bangkok to ORD. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing flights from Bangkok to ORD departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
From central Bangkok, BKK is around 32 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
Want a handy hotel close to Suvarnabhumi Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bangkok to O'Hare International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Maximize your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Bangkok to O'Hare International Airport. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these options between Don Mueang International Airport and ORD:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
On public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in about 1 hour and 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 27 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 30 minutes.
It's your vacation, so why not enjoy another night away? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Don Mueang International Airport the day before your flight from Bangkok to ORD:
About O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Bangkok to O'Hare International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
O'Hare International Airport to the centre of Chicago takes about 35 minutes in a car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 54 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
For a one-way ticket from Bangkok to O'Hare International Airport, C$637 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip starting from C$1,108. These are the lowest fares right now but are subject to change depending on availability.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get flight tickets from Bangkok to ORD. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Use the 'Whole month' search tool and compare the prices of tickets from Bangkok to O'Hare International Airport across the month. We've made the lowest fares green, making it easy to choose a flight your budget will love.
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Customize your journey using filters. Adjust the number of stops, duration, and departure and arrival times to find the ideal flight from Bangkok to O'Hare International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' options first.
The best time to fly from Bangkok to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
February is the quietest time to fly to Chicago. Alternatively, join the crowds and take your trip in August. This is the most popular month for flights from Bangkok to O'Hare International Airport.
Book your flight from Bangkok to ORD for July if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Chicago to range from 15ºC to 29ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Bangkok to O'Hare International Airport in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Chicago
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Chicago right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Bangkok to O'Hare International Airport:
Millennium Park and Art Institute of Chicago are just two of the top attractions to add to your Chicago to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
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