What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Thailand?

Korean Air, United Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from California to Thailand

What airlines fly to Thailand?

Cathay Pacific, China Airlines and Singapore Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Thailand from California according to our data. Cathay Pacific is the first choice among our users, with 30% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Thailand. Keep in mind that there are 25 different airlines that fly to Thailand on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from California to Thailand on average per day?

1 flights are operational daily from California to Thailand as of January 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 10:00PM, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

How long is the flight from California to Thailand?

The flight from California to Thailand depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Los Angeles (a popular airport in California) to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (the most popular airport in Thailand), then the flight time is 19h 50m on average. If you fly from San Francisco (another popular airport in California) to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, then the average flight time is 21h 45m.

How many flights depart from California to Thailand on average per week?

7 flights are operational weekly from California to Thailand as of January 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of flights per week taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Thailand?

Prices for flights from California to Thailand are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Thailand?

As of January 2026, there are 24 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Thailand.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Thailand?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Thailand.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Thailand?

The required travel and health documents for your Thailand trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Thailand. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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11:00 pm - 5:05 pm

LAX

BKK

28h 05m1 stop

6:05 pm - 7:30 pm

BKK

LAX

39h 25m1 stop

$571China Southern

Mon, Mar 9 - Fri, Mar 20

11:30 am - 8:10 pm

LAX

BKK

41h 40m3 stops

6:15 pm - 9:05 am

BKK

LAX

29h 50m2 stops

$572China Eastern

Wed, Jan 21 - Wed, Jan 28

11:30 am - 10:35 pm

LAX

BKK

44h 05m3 stops

5:45 am - 9:05 am

BKK

LAX

18h 20m1 stop

$574China Eastern

Thu, Jan 22 - Tue, Feb 3

10:45 pm - 11:15 am

LAX

BKK

21h 30m1 stop

1:50 am - 8:00 pm

BKK

LAX

32h 10m1 stop

$575XiamenAir

Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Apr 20

11:30 pm - 11:15 am

LAX

BKK

20h 45m1 stop

12:20 pm - 3:10 pm

BKK

LAX

17h 50m1 stop

$576Asiana Airlines

Mon, Feb 2 - Wed, Feb 25

11:50 pm - 1:25 pm

LAX

BKK

23h 35m1 stop

11:30 pm - 9:40 am

BKK

LAX

24h 10m1 stop

$577Korean Air

Sun, Mar 15 - Thu, Apr 16

11:30 am - 12:55 am

LAX

BKK

22h 25m1 stop

7:05 pm - 9:05 am

BKK

LAX

29h 00m1 stop

$578China Eastern

Tue, Jan 20 - Fri, Jan 23

7:35 am - 11:40 pm

LAX

BKK

26h 05m2 stops

9:40 pm - 5:45 pm

BKK

LAX

34h 05m2 stops

$579Korean Air

Mon, Apr 6 - Sat, Apr 25

9:50 am - 9:25 pm

LAX

BKK

20h 35m1 stop

10:55 pm - 8:20 am

BKK

LAX

23h 25m1 stop

$580AIR PREMIA

Sat, Mar 7 - Wed, Mar 25

11:50 pm - 11:15 am

SFO

BKK

21h 25m1 stop

12:20 pm - 3:00 pm

BKK

SFO

16h 40m1 stop

$705Asiana Airlines

Thu, Mar 12 - Tue, Mar 24

China Southern flights from California to Thailand

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China Southern

Mar 9

LAX11:00 pmLos Angeles

28h 05m

1 stop

BKK5:05 pmBangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mar 20

BKK6:05 pmBangkok Suvarnabhumi

39h 25m

1 stop

LAX7:30 pmLos Angeles

$571

China Southern

Mar 4

LAX10:00 pmLos Angeles

25h 05m

1 stop

BKK2:05 pmBangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mar 11

BKK8:20 amBangkok Suvarnabhumi

25h 10m

1 stop

LAX7:30 pmLos Angeles

$586

China Southern

Jan 13

SFO11:35 pmSan Francisco

34h 30m

1 stop

BKK1:05 amBangkok Suvarnabhumi

Feb 17

BKK6:05 pmBangkok Suvarnabhumi

16h 35m

1 stop

SFO7:40 pmSan Francisco

$715

XiamenAir flights from California to Thailand

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XiamenAir

Jan 22

LAX10:45 pmLos Angeles

21h 30m

1 stop

BKK11:15 amBangkok Suvarnabhumi

Apr 20

BKK1:50 amBangkok Suvarnabhumi

32h 10m

1 stop

LAX8:00 pmLos Angeles

$575

XiamenAir

Jan 20

LAX10:45 pmLos Angeles

35h 00m

1 stop

BKK12:45 amBangkok Suvarnabhumi

Feb 17

BKK12:15 pmBangkok Suvarnabhumi

21h 45m

1 stop

LAX7:00 pmLos Angeles

$584

XiamenAir

Mar 3

LAX10:45 pmLos Angeles

26h 50m

1 stop

BKK4:35 pmBangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mar 15

BKK12:15 pmBangkok Suvarnabhumi

21h 45m

1 stop

LAX8:00 pmLos Angeles

$597

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11:00 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop28h 05m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Fri 3/20

6:05 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop39h 25m

$571

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LAX - BKK

LAXBKK

Los Angeles

Wed 1/21

11:30 am-8:10 pm

3 stops41h 40m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Wed 1/28

6:15 pm-9:05 am

2 stops29h 50m

$572

Los AngelesBangkok

LAX - BKK

LAXBKK

Los Angeles

Thu 1/22

11:30 am-10:35 pm

3 stops44h 05m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Tue 2/3

5:45 am-9:05 am

1 stop18h 20m

$574

Los AngelesBangkok

LAX - BKK

LAXBKK

Los Angeles

Thu 1/22

10:45 pm-11:15 am

1 stop21h 30m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 4/20

1:50 am-8:00 pm

1 stop32h 10m

$575

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LAX - BKK

LAXBKK

Los Angeles

Mon 2/2

11:30 pm-11:15 am

1 stop20h 45m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Wed 2/25

12:20 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$576

Los AngelesBangkok

LAX - BKK

LAXBKK

Los Angeles

Sun 3/15

11:50 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop23h 35m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Thu 4/16

11:30 pm-9:40 am

1 stop24h 10m

$577

Los AngelesBangkok

LAX - BKK

LAXBKK

Los Angeles

Tue 1/20

11:30 am-12:55 am

1 stop22h 25m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Fri 1/23

7:05 pm-9:05 am

1 stop29h 00m

$578

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LAX - BKK

LAXBKK

Los Angeles

Mon 4/6

7:35 am-11:40 pm

2 stops26h 05m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sat 4/25

9:40 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops34h 05m

$579

Los AngelesBangkok

LAX - BKK

LAXBKK

Los Angeles

Sat 3/7

9:50 am-9:25 pm

1 stop20h 35m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Wed 3/25

10:55 pm-8:20 am

1 stop23h 25m

$580

San FranciscoBangkok

SFO - BKK

SFOBKK

San Francisco

Thu 3/12

11:50 pm-11:15 am

1 stop21h 25m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Tue 3/24

12:20 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$705

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Thailand?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Thailand from California, with most prices found around $707. If you are unable to visit Thailand during the month of September, then departing from California during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $714.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Thailand?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Thailand is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as $699. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. The most expensive day to fly to Thailand is Wednesday, with ticket prices averaging around $905.

What is the cheapest California to Thailand flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Thailand from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Thailand for around $823 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Thailand from California for as low as $739 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to Thailand flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Thailand flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on California to Thailand flights?

You could potentially save up to 7% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Thailand flight.

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Fastest flight time	18h 30m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Thailand	74 airports

The fastest flight from California to Thailand takes 18h 30m

Direct flights go from California to Thailand every day.

There are 74 airports in Thailand. From California there are direct flights to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Thailand?
Prices for flights from California to Thailand are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Thailand?
As of January 2026, there are 24 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Thailand.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Thailand?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Thailand.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Thailand?
The required travel and health documents for your Thailand trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Thailand. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Thailand?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between California and Thailand, the leading plane model is Boeing 737 MAX 8, making up 30.00% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with 30.00%, Boeing 777-300ER with 20.00%, and Boeing 787 Dreamliner with 10.00%.

Best airlines flying from California to Thailand

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $179	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,031 reviews	Search Delta flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $472	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 128 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Air China	PriceFrom $533	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 136 reviews	Search Air China flights
XiamenAir	PriceFrom $549	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 41 reviews	Search XiamenAir flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $557	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,188 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
AIR PREMIA	PriceFrom $566	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 77 reviews	Search AIR PREMIA flights
Air India	PriceFrom $566	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,974 reviews	Search Air India flights
Philippine Airlines	PriceFrom $582	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 951 reviews	Search Philippine Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $592	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 188 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
ANA	PriceFrom $662	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,063 reviews	Search ANA flights

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