Bangkok is 11-12 hours ahead of New York. New York uses Eastern Time (EST/EDT, UTC-5/-4) while Bangkok uses Indochina Time (ICT, UTC+7). During standard time, Bangkok is 12 hours ahead; during daylight saving time, Bangkok is 11 hours ahead.
Thailand does not observe daylight saving time, so the difference varies seasonally.
Best calling time: 9:00 PM - 6:00 AM New York time. This corresponds to daytime hours in Bangkok. Evening calls from New York work best.
New York and Bangkok are both global cities with significant business, tourism, and cultural connections. Bangkok is a popular destination for American travelers and a growing tech hub in Southeast Asia.