Grand Palace
The former royal residence, a dazzling complex of ornate halls, spires and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha.
Tickets →Bangkok, Thailand
Bangkok: airports, things to do and where to stay
Bangkok, Thailand's capital, is a sprawling, humid metropolis of ornate temples, street food and a famous royal palace.
Bangkok airports
From the airport to central Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport airport is about 28 km from central Bangkok.
Airport Rail Link
A dedicated train line reaches Bangkok's Phaya Thai station in about 30 minutes, connecting with the BTS Skytrain.
Bus
Public and airport buses run to various parts of Bangkok, useful for destinations off the rail line.
Taxi
Metered taxis queue outside the terminal; agree to use the meter and expect an elevated-expressway toll on top of the fare.
From the airport to central Bangkok
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Don Mueang International Airport airport is about 21 km from central Bangkok.
Train
A SRT commuter rail line and bus rapid transit connect the airport towards central Bangkok, though schedules are limited.
Bus
Public and shuttle buses are the main way to reach central Bangkok, taking around an hour depending on traffic.
Taxi
Metered taxis wait outside the terminals, with an expressway toll added to the fare into the city.
Bangkok
Things to do in Bangkok
Wat Arun
The Temple of Dawn, a riverside temple with a tall spire covered in colourful porcelain mosaics.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Bangkok?
Bangkok is served by Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
How far is the airport from central Bangkok?
Suvarnabhumi Airport airport is about 28 km from central Bangkok.
How do I get from the airport to central Bangkok?
From Suvarnabhumi Airport airport you can take Airport Rail Link (train), Bus, and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Bangkok?
Highlights of Bangkok include Grand Palace and Wat Arun.
Photo credits
- Grand Palace: Bjørn Erik Pedersen, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Wat Arun: Diego Delso, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons