Bangkok, Thailand — Airports
New Bangkok International
- Airport 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. There is also a Limousine Service counter on the 2nd floor of the arrivals hall.
- 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 Taxis
- From the airport passengers can either catch a taxi from the departure terminal or ride a free shuttle to the Public Transportation Center and hire one from there. Travel time depends greatly on traffic but is at least 30 minutes and can be much more. An exit fee is expected to be paid by the passenger although this can be paid at the end of the ride. Passengers can request the driver use the expressway which will cost small additional fee. Rides will cost between US$7 to US$12.
- 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
- www.bangkokairportonline.com
Don Mueang Airport
- Airport 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 1111.
- 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, bureau 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
