Airport Overview
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is a major international airport serving Bangkok in TH. It is a key transport hub identified by the IATA code BKK and ICAO code VTBS. You can find details on flight connections, car rental, and public transport options below.
Key Data
Elevation
- ft
Coordinates
13.681,
100.747
Timezone
Asia/Bangkok
Runways
3
Expert Connection Tips for Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
BKK ≠ DMK: Two Airports, No Connection
A connection between BKK (Suvarnabhumi) and DMK (Don Mueang) requires exiting, taking a taxi/bus (45-90 min in traffic, ~600 THB) and re-clearing security. Never book under 3.5h for a BKK↔DMK connection. The free TG shuttle bus between airports was discontinued.
Airport Rail Link to City: 30 min
The Airport Rail Link Express connects BKK directly to Phaya Thai (City Air Terminal) in 30 min (THB 150). City Line stops at Makkasan (MRT interchange) and Phaya Thai (BTS). Runs every 10-30 min from 06:00 to midnight. Taxis are available but traffic can add 60+ min.
International Check-In: Arrive 3h Early
BKK is one of Asia's busiest hubs. Immigration and security queues can be 30-60 min long during peak departures (early morning and evening). Thai Airways and Bangkok Airways use dedicated wings but check-in closes 60 min before departure for most carriers.
Lounges & Services
Get VIP AccessMiracle First Class Lounge
Priority Pass / 1000THB
Concourse D •
24 Hours
Flagship lounge with live cooking and showers.
Airlines Serving BKK
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Current Weather
Now28°
Partly Cloudy
Wind
5 km/h
Sun
35° / 28°
Mon
35° / 28°
Tue
35° / 28°
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METAR Data
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VTBS 102130Z 19007KT 9999 FEW020 29/25 Q1008 NOSIG
Source: NOAA Aviation Weather Center
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The IATA code for Suvarnabhumi Airport is BKK.
Suvarnabhumi Airport is located in or near Bangkok, TH. View the map on this page for the exact location.
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