New Bangkok InternationalAirport Code: BKK
Full Airport Name: Suvarnabhumi Airport
Location: The airport is situated 19 miles (30km) east of Bangkok.
Time Zone: GMT +7.
Phone Number: Tel: +66 (0)2 132 1888 or +66 (0)2 132 3888.
Terminal Transfer: Shuttle buses provide a free service between the main terminal and the transport center, as well as connecting other airport facilities.
Ground Transport: The free shuttle bus (Express route) transports passengers to the Transport Center from where public buses, taxis
and rental cars can be found. Taxis can also be found on Level 1 at Arrivals. Public buses run several routes from the Transport Center to Bangkok, while the Airport Express provides air-conditioned coaches between the airport and first-class hotels in downtown Bangkok.
Car Rental: Car rental companies are represented by local and international operators. The Car Rental service counter at Arrivals will make bookings, and the shuttle bus will transport customers to the Transport Center to pick up rental cars.
Airport Facilities: Currency exchange is available on Level 2 at Arrivals, and ATMs are located throughout the terminal building. Public telephones are widely available. A tourist information service is located in the Arrivals hall on Level 2, duty free shopping and a myriad of restaurants, wine bars and fast food outlets are also available.
Departure Tax: None.
Website: www2.airportthai.co.th
Don Mueang AirportAirport Code: DMK
Full Airport Name: Don Mueang Airport
Location: The airport is situated 15 miles (24km) north of Bangkok.
Time Zone: GMT +7.
Phone Number: Tel: +66 (0)2 535 1254 or 1123.
Ground Transport: Taxis are available from the stand in front of Arrivals. An airport surcharge of 50 Baht is added to the fare. Airport buses are available for 100 Baht and take you downtown. They leave from the platform in front of the Arrivals hall at Terminal 1 and from below 'Bus Stop Airport Bus' signs. Trains at Don Muang Railway Station (500 meters from the Arrivals hall) run from 6am to 8pm. The fare to Bangkok with an ordinary diesel train is 5 Baht. Public buses to Bangkok railway station and other main destinations in the city are also available.
Airport Facilities: Facilities include three banks, ATMs, bureaux de change, restaurants, supermarket, CIP lounge, medical facility, children's play area and a tourist information desk.
Departure Tax: None.
Website: www2.airportthai.co.th
Word Travels is a comprehensive travel guide covering hundreds of cities and holiday resorts in more than 125 countries.
Related Bangkok Content
The Columbus World Travel Guide has been published for 26 years and is sold in over 90 countries worldwide.
Related Thailand Content
The Columbus World Travel Guide has been published for 26 years and is sold in over 90 countries worldwide.
Word Travels is a comprehensive travel guide covering hundreds of cities and holiday resorts in more than 125 countries.
