Full Name : Suvarnabhumi Airport
Location : The airport is situated 19 miles (30km) east of
Bangkok.
time zone : GMT +7.
Telephone : Tel: +66 (0)2 132 1888 or +66 (0)2 132 3888.
interterminal transfer : Shuttle buses provide a free service between
the main terminal and the transport centre, as well as connecting
other airport facilities.
Transfer to city : The free shuttle bus (Express route) transports
passengers to the Transport Centre from where public buses, taxis
and rental cars can be found. Taxis can also be found on Level 1 at
Arrivals. Public buses run several routes from the Transport Centre
to Bangkok, while the Airport Express provides air-conditioned
coaches between the airport and first-class hotels in downtown
Bangkok. There is also a Limousine Service counter on the 2nd floor
of the arrivals hall.
Car rental companies are represented by local and
international operators. The Car Rental service counter at Arrivals
will make bookings, and the shuttle bus will transport customers to
the Transport Centre to pick up rental cars.
From the airport passengers can either catch a taxi
from the departure terminal or ride a free shuttle to the Public
Transportation Center and hire one from there. Travel time depends
greatly on traffic but is at least 30 minutes and can be much more.
An exit fee is expected to be paid by the passenger although this
can be paid at the end of the ride. Passengers can request the
driver use the expressway which will cost small additional fee.
Rides will cost between US$7 to US$12.
Facilities : Currency exchange is available on Level 2 at
Arrivals, and ATMs are located throughout the terminal building.
Public telephones are widely available. A tourist information
service is located in the Arrivals hall on Level 2, duty free
shopping and a myriad of restaurants, wine bars and fast food
outlets are also available.
Departure tax : None.
Website :
www.bangkokairportonline
