Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Bangkok — $422

The route San Francisco — Bangkok is served by many carriers — 4 in total, including Philippine Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Asiana Airlines, and Perimeter Aviation Ltd.. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $422) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is the region’s primary international gateway and a major hub for long-haul and transcontinental flights, commonly serving full-service carriers and several global alliances. It tends to be pricier than nearby secondary airports, though deals can be found on competitive routes. Located about 13 miles south of downtown San Francisco, typical transfers include the BART train (around 30–40 minutes, fares roughly $10–15) or airport shuttles, taxis and ride-shares (25–45 minutes, fares varying by service and traffic). SFO generally offers extensive lounges and dining options, making for a comfortable transit, but peak-hour traffic and occasional delays can affect ground transfers and security lines.

Bangkok has two main airports serving different traveler needs. Suvarnabhumi (BKK) functions as the international hub for long-haul and premium carriers—think Thai Airways and many global airlines—and typically handles most transfer traffic; it sits about 30–35 km east of downtown and can be reached by the Airport Rail Link (around 30–45 minutes, moderate fares), taxis (30–60 minutes, metered fares plus tolls) and airport buses. Don Mueang (DMK) is usually the base for low-cost and regional carriers such as AirAsia and Nok Air, positioned roughly 20–25 km north of the city with express buses, shuttle vans and taxis taking 30–60 minutes. Expect BKK to feel more modern and comfortable with more amenities, while DMK can be cheaper and quicker for budget routes but more basic and sometimes busier during peak low-cost flight waves.

The distance between San Francisco and Bangkok is 12748km (7904 miles). The time difference between San Francisco and Bangkok is 15h

In different months, ticket prices from San Francisco to Bangkok vary: minimum — $428 (May 2026), maximum — $830 (June 2026). Typically, the flight costs $568–$1,277.