Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK), simply known as Bangkok Airport, is one of two international airports serving Bangkok and the main air travel hub not only in the capital city but in all of Thailand. Discover a detailed guide to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport with passenger services, transport options, and tips on how to get to Bangkok Airport.
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport Terminal
There are 5 floors at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (there are 3 more floors, but they are not used by passengers):
- Departures are located on the 4th floor.
- The 3rd Floor is dedicated to shops and restaurants.
- Arrivals are located on the 2nd floor.
- On the 1st floor, you will find car parking and public transportation (bus and taxi service).
- Airport Rail Link Suvarnabhumi Station is located on the B floor.
Recently a new SAT-1 Satellite Building was opened at BKK Airport, but it is only used on the airside and only accessible via the inner airport train system after passing the security check at the main terminal building.
Flights from/to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport receives hundreds of international and domestic flights daily and is the main point of arrival for most foreign travelers visiting Thailand.
Thailand has international flight connections with a vast number of destinations worldwide. Suvarnabhumi is the biggest international airport located in Bangkok, which is used by long-haul and full-service carriers intensively. You can also reach other cities in Thailand by using domestic flights from Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport is the main hub for Thailand airlines - THAI International and Bangkok Airways, which are the major full-service airlines on the internal flight network. Local low-cost airlines Thai AirAsia and Thai VietJet Air also operate at the airport.
Tickets for domestic and regional flights can be found and booked by using this search form.
Passenger Services at Suvarnabhumi Airport
As Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport is huge, here you can find all the passenger services you might need.
Fast-Track Immigration
The good thing is that you can take the worry out of your arrival at Bangkok Airport after a long flight and enjoy a VIP immigration service through the airport formalities. To save time at the airport, you can take advantage of a premium service that fast-tracks you through immigration by booking it online here: Suvarnabhumi Airport Fast Track Immigration Service.
Bangkok Airport Lounges
For the most comfortable experience at BKK Airport, you can choose to relax and refresh before your departure or in-between flights and departures in the comfort of Miracle Lounges at BKK Suvarnabhumi Airport. You can choose from several lounges throughout the international departures terminal and access the shower room, prayer room, free WiFi, and other facilities. Endless access to alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks is also available in the lounge.
At Suvarnabhumi Airport, you can also find The Coral Executive Lounge for you to relax in a quiet, comfortable space away from the busy terminal. Whichever lounge you choose, make sure to pre-book your visit online via the links provided, as it will be significantly cheaper.
Thailand SIM Card at Suvarnabhumi Airport
Getting a Thailand SIM card at Suvarnabhumi Airport is easy, as there are numerous counters of all main Thailand mobile network providers.
If you are willing to save some money, you can book online a discounted Thailand SIM card and pick it up at the airport, as it will be significantly cheaper. To get the best deal on a local SIM card, check SIM Card for Thailand (BKK Airport Pick Up).
Luggage Storage & Delivery
At Suvarnabhumi Airport, you can find several left luggage offices that normally offer not only luggage storage services but also luggage delivery from the airport to your hotel. To get the best luggage storage deal at BKK Airport, prebook the service online here: Luggage Storage at Suvarnabhumi Airport.
When it comes to luggage delivery service between Bangkok Airport and hotels in the city, you can get a significant discount when booking the service online here: Bangkok Airport Luggage Delivery.
Suvarnabhumi Airport Accommodation
If you'll be arriving at BKK Airport late at night or leaving from the airport very early in the morning, you might consider staying overnight at the airport or in the nearby area, as BKK Airport is located quite far from the city center.
Next to the airport terminal building, you can find Hyatt Regency Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport - the only official airport hotel in Suvarnabhumi Airport, which offers 610 rooms and suites designed with an intriguing Thai influence. Hyatt Regency Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport offers a flexible check-in time that allows you to stay for 24 hours from your arrival, so you can truly make the most of your time.
There are also several capsule hotels at BKK Airport that can be used for a few hours or even overnight. Check their pricing and other conditions here:
Another option is staying at one of the hotels in the surrounding area, as there are much cheaper accommodation options. and most of them offer shuttles to the airport. Places to stay nearby can be found here: Hotels near Suvarnabhumi Airport.
Suvarnabhumi Airport Transport
In the Suvarnabhumi Airport Transport guide below, you can find information about public transport and other means of transportation that can be used for reaching different areas of Bangkok City and nearby holiday destinations from BKK Airport. Suvarnabhumi Bus Terminal serves the majority of intercity bus and public bus routes available at the airport.
Train from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport is connected to Bangkok city by the train, which is known as the Airport Rail Link. If you're arriving at BKK Airport or departing from it, the easiest and cheapest way to travel between the airport and the city center is to take the Airport Rail Link. Trains run daily from 5:10 until midnight.
Airport Rail Link is well connected with other Bangkok metro systems - the MRT Blue Line at Makkasan station, the BTS Green Line at Phaya Thai Station, and the MRT Yellow Line at Hua Mak Station. These connections make reaching various destinations in Bangkok from the airport very convenient.
Taxi from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Bangkok
If using Bangkok public transport seems to be not convenient enough, you can consider taking a Bangkok taxi from the airport directly to your hotel. When taking a taxi from the airport in Bangkok, you need to pay a 50 THB airport surcharge in addition to the taxi meter price and toll fees.
You can avoid long lines at the BKK Airport taxi counter and get to your hotel without exchanging money at a bad rate by booking a private transfer online, as the service will be prepaid and the driver will already be waiting for you at the airport. It's definitely the most comfortable way to reach the city and not get lost in Bangkok on the first day of your trip. Private transfer from Bangkok Airport to the city center can be booked here: Private Suvarnabhumi Airport Transfers (BKK) for Bangkok.
Bus from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Beach Destinations
Suvarnabhumi Airport has direct airport bus routes to the nearest beach destinations like Pattaya, Hua Hin, and Koh Chang. These direct bus routes are very convenient if you have no plan to stay in Bangkok and want to travel to the resort city or the island directly from the airport.
Bus to Pattaya
Pattaya is only about 120 kilometers from Suvarnabhumi Airport, making this beach destination in Thailand easily accessible from anywhere in the world. There are regular buses from Bangkok Airport to Pattaya, so it's not necessary to take a taxi if you want to go directly from the airport to the resort city.
Direct bus tickets can be booked here: Bus from BKK Airport to Pattaya.
If you're arriving at Suvarnabhumi Airport and want to go directly to Pattaya in the most convenient way, booking a private taxi online is a perfect choice - the driver will be waiting for you at the airport and will bring you directly to your hotel in Pattaya. Book online your transfer from BKK Airport to Pattaya, and you will enjoy an easy door-to-door transfer in a modern air-conditioned vehicle.
Bus to Hua Hin
Hua Hin is located just about 200 km south of Bangkok and can be easily accessed from the capital of Thailand. Buses to Hua Hin leave Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport daily.
Tickets for this bus can be booked here: Bus from BKK Airport to Hua Hin.
Bus to Koh Chang
Koh Chang is a popular island in eastern Thailand, close to the Cambodian border. There is a regular bus from BKK Airport to the Koh Chang ferry pier on the mainland in Laem Ngop.
A combined bus and ferry ticket for the trip from Bangkok Airport all the way to Koh Chang can be booked here: Bus from BKK Airport to Koh Chang.
As the trip from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Koh Chang can take 6 hours or even more, you might prefer a more comfortable ride with a private transfer from BKK Airport to Koh Chang.
Timetable and tickets
Timetables for different transportation options can be found, and tickets can be booked by using this search form.
Bus from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Khao San Road
The S1 bus is a shuttle bus service connecting Suvarnabhumi Airport with the historical center of Bangkok City. Taking Bus S1 is the cheapest direct way to reach Khao San Road and Bangkok Old Town from Bangkok Airport.
Bus to Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
Bangkok has two airports - the second one is called Don Mueang Airport (DMK). Traveling between Suvarnabhumi Airport and Don Mueang Airport can be done in several ways, but the cheapest way is to take a free Bangkok Airport shuttle bus.
Tips
For the best experience at BKK Airport, consider booking online the following Bangkok Airport services.