Suvarnabhumi Airport is the first destination for most tourists in Thailand. So where is this airport located and how to get to tourist attractions from here? Let's explore with Vietjet through the following article!
1. Does Bangkok have an airport?
Bangkok, Thailand has 2 operational airports: Suvarnabhumi Airport and Don Mueang Airport. Among them, Suvarnabhumi Airport is the busiest airport with a capacity of up to 65 million passengers.
2. Introduction to Suvarnabhumi Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport is the main airport of Bangkok province. This airport plays an important role in the economic, political, social, and tourism development of the capital Bangkok with countries in Southeast Asia and the world.
- Full name: Suvarnabhumi International Airport
- Address: 999 Soi Mu Ban Nakhon Thong 1, Nongprue, Bang Phli, Samut Prakan, Thailand.
- Airport code (IATA): BKK
- Country code: +66
- Phone: +662 132 1888
- Terminal number: 2
- GMT hours: +7
3. The formation and development process of Suvarnabhumi International Airport
The airport named Suvarnabhumi was personally named by King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand, meaning 'land of gold'. The airport was planned to start construction in 1973 but was not implemented until 2022.
By 2005, the airport was taken over by Airports of Thailand PLC and the construction was completed. In September 2006, the airport was inaugurated and began operations and testing with the first two international flights to Hong Kong and Singapore. From September 16, 2006, the airport allowed some airlines to operate. Half a month later, the airport became the main airport of the capital Bangkok.
5. Overview of Suvarnabhumi Airport, Bangkok
Let's explore the entire international airport Suvarnabhumi, Bangkok, from the scale, runway area to the number of floors and utility services:
5.1. Scale, runway area
Suvarnabhumi Airport has an area of approximately 32.8 km2 with 2 runways measuring 3700 meters and 3500 meters in length, constructed of asphalt. In addition, the airport also has an aircraft parking area with 120 parking positions.
5.2. Number of floors
Suvarnabhumi Airport has 2 terminals, including 1 main terminal and 1 satellite terminal. The main terminal has an area of 563,000m2 with 8 floors serving the following functions:
- Floor B: The floor with the Airport Rail Link (ARL) subway station serving transportation between Suvarnabhumi Airport and downtown Bangkok.
- Floor 1: This is the arrival hall for group passengers, as well as the place for you to catch various means of transport (shuttle buses, buses, taxis,...) leaving the airport. At the same time, this is also the area where airline offices are located.
- Floor 2: Floor 2 is where domestic and international flights are welcomed with customs and control areas, transportation counters and hotels, baggage claim belts...
- Floor 3: The area with the airport lounge, restaurant system, entrance or exit to the parking lot,...
- Floor 4: Includes areas for check-in, security control, duty-free shops,... to serve domestic and international flights.
- Floor 5: The office area of the Star Alliance airline alliance.
- Floor 6: The system of restaurants serving passengers.
- Floor 7: The airport observation deck.
In addition, the airport also has satellite terminal number 1 (SAT1) expected to be operational in 2023. This building consists of 4 floors, 28 boarding gates and is equipped with an automatic check-in system, baggage handling system,...
5.3. Utility services at the terminal
Suvarnabhumi Airport has a full range of utility services to meet customer needs, including:
- Dining services: Located at entrance number 8 with many dining shops serving a variety of dishes.
- Duty-free shopping: The airport has many areas selling duty-free items such as clothing, cosmetics,...
- Currency exchange services: This service helps customers conveniently exchange money directly at the airport.
6. Types of vehicles to Suvarnabhumi Airport to hotels and entertainment spots
From Suvarnabhumi Airport, you can choose various means of transportation to hotels and tourist attractions as follows:
6.1 Airport Express Bus
You can catch the Airport Express Bus at the passenger terminal, gate number 8. The bus operates from 5 AM to 12 AM every day. The travel time is about 45 minutes with a fare of approximately 150 Baht (103,000 VND) per trip.
The travel routes of the Airport Express Bus are as follows:
- Route AE 1: Airport – Silom Road.
- Route AE 2: Airport – Khaosan Road.
- Route AE 3: Airport – Sukhumvit – Ekkamai.
- Route AE 4: Airport – Hua Lampong Station.
6.2 Airport Rail Link (ARL)
This is a quick and convenient mode of transportation suitable for passengers traveling with light luggage. The Airport Rail Link has 6 stops with the following operating times:
- From Monday to Friday: From 5:56 AM to 12:02 AM.
- Weekends and holidays: From 6:02 AM to 12:02 AM.
The train operates every 15 minutes with a total travel time of about 30 minutes. The fare for a one-way train ride is about 45 Baht (31,500 VND) and a direct non-stop ride is 150 Baht (102,000 VND).
The Airport Rail Link operates on the following routes:
- City Line: Lat Krabang – Ban Thap Chang – Hua Mak – Ramkhamhaeng – Makkasan – Ratchaprarop – Phaya Thai
- Airport Express: Suvarnabhumi Airport - Makkasan Station
6.3 BMTA Public Bus
The public bus picks up passengers at the airport and has 6 to 8 stops with a total travel time of about 1 hour. The fare for this type of public transportation is about 24 Baht (16,000 VND) - 35 Baht (24,000 VND). However, you need to note that depending on the bus route, the operating times may vary.
Currently, the BMTA public bus has the following travel routes:
- Route 549: Suvarnabhumi Airport – Minburi
- Route 550: Suvarnabhumi Airport – Happy Land
- Route 551: Suvarnabhumi Airport – Victory Monument
- Route 552: Suvarnabhumi Airport – On Nut BTS Skytrain Station
- Route 553: Suvarnabhumi Airport – Samut Prakan
- Route 554: Suvarnabhumi Airport – Don Mueang Airport
- Route 555: Suvarnabhumi Airport – Rangsit
- Route 556: Suvarnabhumi Airport – Southern Bus Terminal
- Route 557: Suvarnabhumi Airport – Wongwien Yai
- Route 558: Suvarnabhumi Airport – Central Rama
- Route 559: Suvarnabhumi Airport – Future Park Rangsit
6.4. Taxi
Taxis at Suvarnabhumi International Airport operate 24/7, suitable for large groups of passengers with bulky luggage. There are currently 2 main types of taxis: Ordinary taxi (suitable for 2-3 passengers with light luggage) and Maxi taxi (for 3-4 passengers with more luggage). The cost of a taxi ride to the city center is about 350 Baht (approximately 240,000 VND). You can catch a taxi at gates 3, 4, 7, 8 at the exit of the first floor.
6.5 Ride-hailing taxis
The Grab app is quite popular in Thailand. Therefore, you can book a car through the app to travel from the airport to various locations in the city. Depending on the type of car you book (standard or luxury), the fare is about 400 - 600 Baht (approximately 270,000 VND - 400,000 VND).
7. Distance from Suvarnabhumi Airport to famous tourist attractions in Bangkok
Let's refer to the distance from Suvarnabhumi Airport to famous tourist destinations in Bangkok to help you have a more convenient trip:
7.1. From Suvarnabhumi Airport to Pattaya
From Bangkok, you can travel about 122km to reach Pattaya - one of the most beautiful cities in Thailand. Pattaya is famous for its attractive destinations such as the picturesque Pattaya Beach, the stunning Koh Larn coral island, the 3D Art In Paradise museum,...
7.2. From Suvarnabhumi Airport to downtown Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport is about 32 km from downtown Bangkok. Bangkok is the capital famous for its colorful tourist paradise in Thailand. Here, there are many sacred, ancient temples, bustling markets, along with impressive tourist spots such as the royal palace, Chao Phraya River, Dream World...
Above are useful information to help you get an overview of Suvarnabhumi Airport, Thailand. To update the flight schedule of Suvarnabhumi Airport and the latest ticket prices for routes of Vietjet, please visit the Vietjet website at https://www.vietjetair.com/vi/ve-may-bay/ve-may-bay-di-bangkok/.
