Quick Jump links to Bangkok Airports

Bangkok is served by two main airports; Don Mueang Airport (DMK) and Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Don Mueang Airport is one of the two airports serving Bangkok. It is the one of oldest international airports in the world and the oldest operating airport in Asia. Currently it is the largest low-cost carrier airport in the world. Suvarnabhumi Airport is a newer airport and the main hub for international travels in and out of Bangkok and has the tallest free-standing control tower in the world. Both airports have really good public transport service for passenger transfer into the city centre. We summarize all the information you need about the airports to make your next trip easy

Don Mueang Airport Vs. Suvarnabhumi Airport

Don Mueang Airport (DMK)

Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)

    Don Mueang Airport (DMK) Suvarnabhumi Airport  (BKK)
Airport Maps Don Mueang Airport (DMK) Map Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) Map

Getting To The Airports From The City Centre

Distance from City Centre 16.1 miles(26 kilometres) 20.6 miles(33.2 kilometres)
Public Transport Operating Hours 24-hours 24-hours
Train

State Railway of Thailand
(102 Chiang Mai - Hua Lamphong - Class II Fan106 Sila At - Hua Lamphong - Class II AC112 Den Chai - Hua Lamphon) run every hour to central Bangkok.

Fare: $1-$28
Journey time: 58 minutes

http://www.railway.co.th

Airport Rail Link
(City Line) runs every 15 minutes to central Bangkok.

Fare: $1-$2
Journey time: 26 minutes

http://srtet.co.th/index.php/en/

Pivate Transfers

BangkokTaxi24 runs on-demand service from the airport to the city centre.

Fare: $31
Journey time: 18 minutes

https://huahin.bangkoktaxi24.com/

Team Holiday and BangkokTaxi24 run on-demand transfers from the airport to the city centre.

Fare: $28-$30
Journey time: 23 minutes

https://12go.asia/en/travel/suvarnabhumi-airport/bangkok?z=3481

Bus

Bangkok Mass Transit Authority
A4 to Bangkok runs every 20 minutes.
Fare: $1-$2
Journey time: 55 minutes

Bangkok Bus Line: A4

Airport LimoBus Express runs every hour to Bangkok.
Fare: $5
Journey time: 1 hour

http://limobus.co.th/service

Airport LimoBus Express runs every 30 minutes to Bangkok.
Fare: $6
Journey time: 1 hour

http://limobus.co.th/service

Bangkok Mass Transit Authority S1 runs to Bangkok every 30 minutes.
Fare: $1-$2
Journey time: 1h 13 min

Bangkok Bus Line: S1

Taxi

Around $10 - $13,
Journey time: 18 minutes.

Around $12-$15,
Journey time: 24 minutes.


   

Which Airport Is Most Suitable For Me?

How Close to City Centre

Don Mueang airport is closer to the city centre in Bandgkok and it is connected to other parts of the city by bus, train, shuttle, taxi, private transfer and car hire services.

Suvarnabhumi Airport is the main hub for international flights in serving Bangkok and it is far from the main top attraction in central Bangkok.

It is well serviced by public transport services like taxis, buses/shuttle services, trains, and car hire services.

Cost Factor

Don Mueang Airport is the biggest low-carrier airport serving Bangkok, it handles domestic flights and some international regional flights.

This is a less expensive airport compared to Suvarnabhumi Airport and closest to central Bangkok. Cost of hotel prices, and public transportation are cheaper while car hire services are comparable to Suvarnabhumi Airport.

Flight fares are cheaper from this airport. So it is a better option to travel to.

Suvarnabhumi Airport is the main international airport also serving Bangkok. The airport is not close to the city centre but it is connected other part of Bangkok by taxi, train, bus, shuttles and car hire services.

The airport is served by major airlines and handles both domestic and international flights. It is more expensive compared to Don Mueang Airport.

Public transport, hotel prices and flight fares higher, but car hire costs at both airports are not almost similar. This airport is a good option if you get a good flight deal and have extra time to spare.

Airport Delays

Avg Security & Immigration Delays: Average

Avg Flight Arrival Delays: No Delays..

Avg Security & Immigration Delays: Average

Avg Flight Arrival Delays: 20 minutes

Flight Fares Flight fares are cheaper by 50%. Suvarnabhumi Airport flight fares are expensive.

Hotel Prices Per Day From (01-01-2018 to 02-01-2018) Searched on 05-12-2018

Hotel

Amari Don Muang Airport Bangkok (4-Star) -$71,

Add Home Hostel(2.5-star) -$26,

ZZZ Hostel - Don Mueang Airport (2-Star) - $36.

Miracle Transit Hotel (3.5-Star)- $146

Novotel Suvarnabhumi Airport (4.5-Star) - $187,

YHA Bangkok Airport - Hostel (2-Star) - $14.


Car Hire Prices Per day (01-01-2018 to 02-01-2018) Searched on 05-12-2018

Car Hire

Budget Cars: (Toyota Yaris, Hyundai I10, Ford Figo, and Mitsubishi Mirage) $73.98-$84.98

Intermediate Cars: (Toyota Altis, Toyota Hilux , and Vw Jetta) $110.00-$145.73

Standard Cars: (Toyota Camry, and Mazda 6) $174.02-$205.79

Budget Cars: (Toyota Yaris, Honda Brio, Hyundai I10, and Ford Figo) $69.22-$101.51

Intermediate Car: (Toyota Altis, Toyota Hilux, and Vw Jetta) $110.00-$145.73

Full Size Cars: (Toyota Camry, Dodge Charger, and Mercedes E Class) $177.51-$689.90

Car Hire Companies Avis, Budget, Chic and Sixt. Avis, Bizcar Rental, Budget, Europcar, and National
Online car hire Car Hire Don Mueang Airport (DMK) Car Hire Suvarnabhumi Airport  (BKK)

Airport Facilities

Shopping and Dining There are Duty-free shops available on the 3rd floor of the International Departures, 24 hours shops and different retail shops located both in the public area and restricted areas. Some of the shops include The Noodle Shop, Taurus Coffee, Boots Pharmacy, Doi Chaang Coffee by D-Healthy, Coffee & More Sweets, and other shops selling snacks and convenience items in the 24-hour mini-markets, located in Public area. The airport has over 15 food stalls that offer all the major categories of Thai food. There are 5 clinics around the airport with a lot of retail shops, mini markets and convenience stores; located in the passenger terminal and concourse building.
Lounges Coral Executive Lounge (Terminal 1), Miracle Lounge (Terminal 1), and Miracle Co-Working Space Miracle First & Business Class Lounge, Bangkok Airways Blue Ribbon Lounge, Oman Air First & Business Class Lounge, Air France - KLM SkyLounge, and Qantas Club.
Wi-Fi Services Free Wi-Fi is available at the airport for up to 2-hours and can be renewed by entering different registration information. Free Wi-Fi available up to 2-hours. For non mobile phone users, there are 126 kiosks offering free internet renewable every 15 minutes.
Transfer in and Around The Airport The airport has 2 terminals, Terminal 1 handles international flights and Terminal 2 is for domestic flights. Suvarnabhumi Airport has the worlds biggest single main terminal building that handles both domestic and international flights. It is not easy to navigate on foot.
Currency Exchange & ATM cash Points Nine currency exchange companies are available at the airport including Krungthai Bank and Bangkok Bank which offer banking services. There are ATMs located in both T1 & T2. Kasikornbank and Siam Commercial Bank offer banking services, international transfers, and foreign currency exchange. There are also ATM cash points around the airport.
Important phone numbers DMK Airport: +66 2 535 1111, Lost & Found: +66 0 2535 1192. BKK Airport: +66 (02) 132 1888, +66 (0)2 5351550, Police: +66 2132-1155.
Major Operating Airlines

AirAsia, JC International Airlines, Indonesia AirAsia, Malindo Air, New Gen Airways, Nok Air, NokScoot, Philippines AirAsia, Scoot, Thai AirAsia, Thai AirAsia X, Thai Lion Air and Tigerair Taiwan.

Aeroflot, Air Astana, Air Austral, Air China, Air France, Air India, Air Italy, Air Macau, All Nippon Airways, Arkia, Asia Atlantic Airlines, Asiana Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Azur Air, Bangkok Airways, Biman Bangladesh Airlines, Bhutan Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China Express Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Druk Air, Eastar Jet, EgyptAir, El Al, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Eurowings, EVA Air, Finnair, Garuda Indonesia, Gulf Air, GX Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Hebei Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, IndiGo, Japan Airlines, JC International Airlines, Jeju Air, Jet Airways, Jet Asia Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Asia Airways, Jetstar Pacific Airlines , Jin Air, Juneyao Airlines, KC International Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, Korean Air, Kunming Airlines, Kuwait Airways, Lanmei Airlines, Lao Airlines, Lucky Air, Lufthansa, Mahan Air, Malaysia Airlines, Maldivian, MIAT Mongolian Airlines, Myanmar Airways International, Myanmar National Airlines, Nepal Airlines, Nordwind Airlines, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Okay Airways, Oman Air, Pakistan International Airlines, Peach, Pegas Fly, Philippine Airlines, Qantas, Qatar Airways, Regent Airways, Rossiya Airlines, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Flight, Royal Jordanian, S7 Airlines, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, Singapore Airlines, SpiceJet, Spring Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, Thai Airways, Thai Smile, Thai Vietjet Air, Turkish Airlines, Turkmenistan Airlines, T'way Air, Ukraine International Airlines, Ural Airlines, US-Bangla Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways, VietJet Air, Vietnam Airlines, and XiamenAir.

Major Connecting Destinations

Chiang Mai, Phuket, Hat Yai, Surat Thani, Udon Thani, Chiang Rai, Ubon Ratchathani, Krabi,Nakhon Si Thammarat,Khon Kaen, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Yangon, Tokyo-Narita, Ho Chi Minh City, Nanjing, Macau,Jakarta-Soekarno-Hatta,Hong Kong, Changsha and many more.

Hong Kong, Singapore, Seoul-Incheon, Dubai-International, Taipei-Taoyuan, Shanghai-Pudong, Guangzhou, Tokyo-Narita, Kuala Lumpur-International, Tokyo-Haneda, Beijing-Capital, Ho Chi Minh City, Doha, Delhi, Manila, Mumbai, Hanoi, London-Heathrow, Yangon, Abu Dhabi, Phnom Penh, Sydney, Germany Frankfurt, Osaka-Kansai, South Korea Busan, Kolkata, Paris-Charles de Gaulle, Melbourne, Shenzhen, Jakarta-Soekarno-Hatta and many more.

Tourist Info Centres Tourist Information desk is located in both terminals of the airport. Tourist Information centres are located in the arrivals hall and lobby area of the airport.
Official website www.airportthai.co.th/index.html www.airportthai.co.th/index.html

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BANGKOK AIRPORTS

Which Bangkok airport is closest to central Bangkok?

Two airports serve Bangkok; Don Mueang Airport (DMK) and Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Don Mueang airport is the closest to central Bangkok 16.1 miles away, and the fastest public transport (Bangkok Mass Transit Authority) takes 55 minutes to central Bangkok depending on traffic. Suvarnabhumi airport is the furthest 20.6 miles away from the central Bangkok, and it will take you 26 minutes using the fast train to the city centre. Alternatively, passengers can use taxis which are faster 18 minutes to Bangkok from Don Mueang and 24 minutes from Suvarnabhumi airport.

Compare airport distances and transfer times to the center of Bangkok by public transport below.

Distance to Central Bangkok:

Don Mueang Airport: 16.1 miles / 26 km
Suvanabhumi Airport: 20.6 miles / 33.2 km

Don Mueang Airport to Central Bangkok Journey Times:

By Train: 58 minutes
By Bus: 55 minutes
By Private Transfer: 18 minutes
By Taxi: 18 minutes

Suvanabhumi Airport to Central Bangkok Journey Times:

By Train: 26 minutes
By Bus: 73 minutes
By Private Transfer: 23 minutes
By Taxi: 24 minutes

What is the best airport to fly into in Bangkok?

Don Mueang airport is the best airport to fly into when flying to Bangkok because it is closer to central Bandgkok and from this airport you can visit all the attractions in the city faster. It is one of oldest international airport and also the largest low-cost carrier airport in the world. The airport is served by low-cost carriers with like AirAsia, JC International Airlines, Indonesia AirAsia, Malindo Air, New Gen Airways, Nok Air, NokScoot, Philippines AirAsia, Scoot, Thai AirAsia, and many more with domestic and international flights within the country and around Asia. Its fast bus takes 55 minutes to the city centre from the airport while trains take 58 minutes. You can use a taxi which is faster just 18 minutes drive to central Bangkok. Since Don Mueang is a smaller airport with less crowd, it see fewer flight delays and queues making the process at security and immigration faster, the downside is the fact that its public transport is not fast so make plans to use a taxi.

BKK (Suvarnabhumi airport) is the main airport serving Bangkok and Thailand. The airport has the biggest single terminal building and the tallest free-standing control tower in the world, this makes navigating the airport terminal on foot a hassle and tiring. It handles more crowd so expect more queues and flight delays at the airport. Suvarnabhumi airport is served by major airlines such as Air China, Air France, Air India, Air Italy, Air Macau, All Nippon Airways, British Airways, China Airlines, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, and many more with short haul and long haul flights to various destinations across the world and Asia. It has a fast train that makes the journey to the city centre in 26 minutes compared to DMK's airport train which makes the journey in 58 minutes, but its bus takes an hour to central Bangkok.

Is Don Mueang airportbetter than BKK?

Based on the close proximity and shorter transfer journey times from the airport to the city centre, Don Mueang can be considered a better airport to fly into when travelling to Bangkok, either for business or pleasure. It is served by train, bus, taxi and private transfer services, the journey to the city centre by train takes 58 minutes, 55 minutes by bus and 18 minutes by taxi or private limousine transfer from $1-$31. Expect fewer queues at immigration, and less flight delays at the airport.

Which airport is closest to the top attractions in Bangkok, Thailand?

Don Mueang is closer to all the main top attractions in the city, just 26 kilometres away, passengers can visit the Grand Palace in central Bangkok using the BMTA line A4 from $1-$2 for a 77 minutes journey. Taxi happens to be a faster means which takes 20 minutes from $10-$13 to the attraction where you can walk to other attractions. Some of these attractions include Wat Phra Kaew, Khaosan Road, Wat Arun, Chatuchak Weekend Market, Asiatique The Riverfront, BTS Skytrain, Yaowarat Road, Golden Buddha, Safari WorldLumphini Park, Erawan ShrineWat SaketJames H W Thompson Foundation, Sea Life Bangkok Ocean World, Soi Cowboy, Rattanakosin Island, Siam Park City, Baiyoke Tower II and many more.

How much does it Cost from Don Mueang or Suvarnabhumi to Central Bangkok?

From Don Mueang Airport by:

Train (State Railway of Thailand):$1-$28 - http://www.railway.co.th/checktime/checktime.asp?lenguage=EngTrain runs hourly daily.

Bus (Line A4):$1-$2-https://www.transitbangkok.com/lines/bangkok-bus-line/A4 Bus runs every 20 minutes.

Private Transfer:$31 - https://huahin.bangkoktaxi24.com/ Available on demand.

Taxi: $10 - $13 - http://www.allthaitaxi.com/website/en/home/Available 24/7.
But Private taxes are cheaper than Airport taxis, here to Book at

From Suvarnabhumi Airport by:

Train: Airport Rail Link
(City Line)$1-$2 - http://srtet.co.th/index.php/en/Train runs every 5 minutes daily from the airport.

Bus: (Bangkok Mass Transit Authority S1) $1-$2 - https://www.transitbangkok.com/lines/bangkok-bus-line/S1Bus runs every 30 minutes daily.

Private Transfer: $28-$30 - https://12go.asia/en/travel/suvarnabhumi-airport/bangkok?z=3481Available on demand.

Taxi: $12-$15 -http://www.allthaitaxi.com/website/en/home/Available 24/7.
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How much are Hotels at Don Mueang and Suvarnabhumi Airports?

Hotel prices can vary greatly depending on how far in advance you book, the demand for rooms, and which hotel you book but the prices below will give you a rough idea and you can do further research and hotel booking at https://www.tripindicator.com/hotel.html

Don Mueang Airport Hotels: From $26 per night
Suvarnabhumi Airport Hotels: From $14 per night

How much does car hire cost at Don Mueang or Suvarnabhumi Airports?

All of the airports mentioned offer competitive prices and a range of cars to suit your needs. Prices are based on the type of car, driver age, length of hire, and demand but you can get a rough idea for each airport below.

Don Mueang Airport Car Rental:
Budget Cars: (Honda Fit, Ford Figo etc) $73.98 per day
Intermediate Cars: (Peugeot 408, Toyota Corolla, etc) $110.00 per day

Compare prices here - https://www.tripindicator.com/car-hire/bangkok-airport.html

Suvarnabhumi Airport Car Rental:
Budget Cars: (Honda Fit, Ford Figo etc) $69.22 per day
Intermediate Cars: (Peugeot 408, Toyota Corolla, etc) $110.00 per day

Compare prices here - https://www.tripindicator.com/car-hire/bangkok-airport.html

What Is The Main International Airport In Bangkok?

Suvarnabhumi International Airport is the primary airport serving Greater Bangkok. It is one of the biggest international airports in Southeast Asia.

How Many Terminals Does Suvarnabhumi Airport Have?

Suvarnabhumi Airport has a single passenger terminal, it is regarded as the airport with the biggest terminal in the world.

Which Airport Is Closer To The City Centre?

Don Mueang International Airport is the closest airport to the city centre, in Bangkok. It is 26 kilometres from central Bangkok where all the top attractions are located.

What Best Hotels Are Near The Airports?

At DMK, the following hotels are the best for travellers, Amari Don Muang Airport Bangkok (4-Star) -$71, Add Home Hostel(2.5-star) -$26,and ZZZ Hostel - Don Mueang Airport (2-Star) - $36. At BKK, Miracle Transit Hotel (3.5-Star)- $146, Novotel Suvarnabhumi Airport (4.5-Star) - $187, and YHA Bangkok Airport - Hostel (2-Star) - $14.

What Things To Do Near Bangkok Airports?

Some of the amazing things to see and do near Bangkok airports include Eat at Thai culture, Relax in the airport lounge, Shop duty-free, visit the Grand Palace, Wat Pho, one of Thailand's most famous Buddhist temples, Khao San Roadfamous for street noodles, Thai massages and beer buckets, Siam Paragon and CentralWorld Siam, Chang Massage and Spa, Megabangna Shopping Center, Suvarnabhumi Outdoor Market, Chef LeeZ Thai Cooking Class, Train Night Market, Amazing Adventure Bangkok and many more.

Don Mueang Airport (DMK) & Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) Terminal Maps

For Don Mueang Airport (DMK) Terminal Maps visit https://www.tripindicator.com/dmk-don-mueang-airport-terminal-map.html

For Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) Terminal Maps visit https://www.tripindicator.com/bkk-airport-suvarnabumi-terminal-map.html

 

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