The flight distance from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) in Albuquerque, United States to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) in Bangkok, Thailand is 13,877 kilometers (8,623 miles / 7,493 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with Thailand. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:06 in Albuquerque, it's 15:06 in Bangkok. With a 13-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,350 feet between the two airports. Suvarnabhumi Airport sits lower than Albuquerque International Sunport Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Bangkok (BKK) to Albuquerque (ABQ) follows a heading of 27° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) and Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.