United Airlines has launched its new nonstop year-round daily service between Bangkok and the U.S. The new route offers customers seamless connections via Hong Kong to and from Los Angeles and San Francisco, where they can connect to up to 75 other destinations across the continental U.S. United will be the only U.S. airline to offer flights from Bangkok.
United will operate the new flight year-round, departing Bangkok at 16:55 and arriving in Hong Kong at 20:45. From there, customers can conveniently connect to United’s San Francisco service at 22:30 or Los Angeles service at 22:45. All times local. United will operate the flights with a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft offering 257 seats, including 48 all-aisle-access flatbed seats in United PolarisSM business class.
“United continues to expand in places our customers want to travel, and our new service to Bangkok is a great example of that,” said Marcel Fuchs, Managing Director International Sales, United Airlines. “By enhancing connectivity between Bangkok and the U.S., with convenient connections through Hong Kong, we’re further solidifying United’s position as the leading U.S. carrier in the region, offering our customers in Thailand even greater travel choice and the possibility to connect to other onward destinations across the continental U.S., whilst travellers from the United States will have the opportunity to connect seamlessly to Bangkok and explore the city’s fascinating history.”
“The Tourism Authority of Thailand is pleased to mark United Airlines’ launch of daily service between Bangkok and the United States,” said Ms. Thapanee Kiatphaibool, Governor, Tourism Authority of Thailand. “This development perfectly aligns with TAT’s airline partnership focus on expanding air access and strengthening Thailand’s connectivity with key long-haul markets. The United States remains one of Thailand’s top markets, and the return of United after more than a decade marks a significant milestone that will further facilitate travel and enhance Thailand’s position as a global tourism hub.”
“We are weaving another thread in our tapestry of ties with the reestablishment of direct flights between our nations, and the return to Thailand of U.S. air carrier, United Airlines,” said Robert F. Godec, U.S. Ambassador to Thailand. “With over one million Americans visiting Thailand last year, our ties can only grow stronger with this new flight. United’s new service to Bangkok will foster even more connections between the United States and Thailand.”
The introduction of flights from Bangkok marks yet another significant step in United’s ongoing expansion across the Pacific with the airline also launching a new service today between Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam and Hong Kong, as well as a second daily flight between Manila and San Francisco which will offer travellers from both cities the option of a daytime or evening flight for greater convenience. By the end of 2025, United will offer flights from 32 different cities in the Pacific region – four times that of any other U.S. airline. Earlier this month, United reopened its United Club location in Hong Kong, offering customers nearly 6,000 sq.-ft. space, a self-serve bar, premium buffet and shower rooms.
United is the largest airline in the world, as measured by available seat miles, and flies to more international destinations than any other U.S. carrier. Across the globe, United will offer more than 850 daily flights to and from over 150 international destinations – including 41 that no other U.S. airline serves – next year.
Onboard Products and Services
The service from Bangkok to Hong Kong, connecting onwards to Los Angeles and San Francisco, will be operated with United’s Boeing 787-9 aircraft, featuring a total of 257 seats – 48 all-aisle-access flatbed seats in United PolarisSM business class, 21 United Premium PlusSM and 188 in economy, including 39 Economy PlusSM seats with added legroom and increased personal space.
The revolutionary design of the Dreamliner offers customers many features for increased comfort such as large windows, spacious overhead storage and modern LED lighting to simulate a full day, helping passengers adjust their internal clock on the long-haul flight. In addition, a lower cabin altitude, cleaner air and smoother ride help customers feel rested on arrival.
United Polaris business class is a premium travel experience that prioritises relaxation and comfort, featuring quality inflight dining, amenity products and services from Therabody and Saks Fifth Avenue and full flat-bed seats with all aisle access.
United Premium Plus features a spacious seat with more legroom, elbow room and recline than a standard Economy Plus or economy seat, as well as an amenity kit, Saks Fifth Avenue blanket and plush pillow.
United Economy Plus offers added legroom and increased personal space. Located near the front of the economy cabin, the seats give the added benefit of a swifter exit from the plane on arrival. Economy Plus seating is available on all trans-Atlantic flights.
United Economy offers complimentary food, soft drinks, juices, beer and wine, tea, coffee and inflight entertainment. On most aircraft, seats feature an adjustable headrest and a personal on-demand entertainment system.
United in Thailand
United is offering a once daily flight from Bangkok to Hong Kong with seamless connections via Hong Kong to Los Angeles and San Francisco, where customers can connect to up to 75 other destinations across the continental U.S. Customers in Thailand can book flights by visiting united.com or contacting United Reservations locally on 662-652-6087, or their travel agent.
United in Hong Kong
United has served Hong Kong since 1983 and currently offers twice daily flights to its hubs in Los Angeles and San Francisco, where customers can connect to more than 75 destinations in the U.S. and beyond. United customers in Hong Kong can book flights by visiting united.com or contacting United Reservations locally on 852-2810-4888, or their travel agent.
