Grand Palace
The former royal residence, a dazzling complex of ornate halls, spires and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha.
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Airport · Bangkok, Thailand
Suvarnabhumi Airport BKK
28 km from central Bangkok. Live flights, getting to town, car rental and where to stay.
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About the airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport, east of Bangkok, is Thailand’s main international gateway and one of Southeast Asia’s busiest hubs.
Terminals
A single very large terminal with multiple concourses, extensive shopping, dining and lounges, handling both domestic and international flights.
Services
Services are those of a larger airport: facilities include shops, information and airline desks. A dedicated train line reaches Bangkok’s Phaya Thai station in about 30 minutes, connecting with the BTS Skytrain. Public and airport buses run to various parts of Bangkok, useful for destinations off the rail line. Metered taxis queue outside the terminal; agree to use the meter and expect an elevated-expressway toll on top of the fare.
Getting to the city
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.
Airport map
Terminal
A single very large terminal with multiple concourses, extensive shopping, dining and lounges, handling both domestic and international flights.
Bangkok
Things to do in Bangkok
Bangkok, Thailand's capital, is a sprawling, humid metropolis of ornate temples, street food and a famous royal palace.
Wat Arun
The Temple of Dawn, a riverside temple with a tall spire covered in colourful porcelain mosaics.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
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.
How many terminals does Suvarnabhumi Airport airport have?
Suvarnabhumi Airport has one terminal: Terminal.
Landing in Bangkok?
Book your car and your stay before you arrive: more choice and better prices.
Photo credits
- The terminal building at Suvarnabhumi Airport: Grendelkhan, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Grand Palace: Bjørn Erik Pedersen, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Wat Arun: Diego Delso, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons