Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is Bangkok’s second airport. which is well connected with all Thailand regions and other Southeast Asian countries by low-cost carriers. Don Mueang Airport is located about 20 km from central Bangkok and is used for traveling by air inside Thailand. Discover detailed DMK Airport guide with its services and tips.
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Don Mueang International Airport Terminals
There are two adjacent terminals at Don Mueang International Airport:
Terminal 1 - International Terminal
Terminal 2 - Domestic Terminal
As the airport is not that big and its international and domestic terminals are connected, you can easily walk from one to another.
Flights from/to Don Mueang International Airport
Bangkok Don Mueang Airport receives hundreds of international and domestic flights daily and is the main travel point for domestic air travel in Bangkok.
International Flights from/to DMK Airport
Thailand has international flight connections with a vast number of destinations worldwide. Don Mueang is the second biggest international airport located in Bangkok and is used by regional low-cost carriers intensively.
Don Mueang International Airport is served by international flights from/to:
- China
- Malaysia
- Indonesia
- Japan
- Singapore
- South Korea
- Myanmar
- Laos
- Vietnam
- Hong Kong
- Taiwan
- India
- Maldives
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Domestic Flights from/to DMK Airport
You can reach other cities in Thailand by using domestic flights from Bangkok Don Mueang Airport:
- Buriram
- Chiang Mai
- Chiang Rai
- Chumphon
- Hat Yai
- Khon Kaen
- Krabi
- Lampang
- Loei
- Mae Sot
- Nakhon Phanom
- Nakhon Si Thammarat
- Nan
- Narathiwat
- Phitsanulok
- Phrae
- Phuket
- Ranong
- Roi Et
- Sakon Nakhon
- Surat Thani
- Trang
- Ubon Ratchathani
- Udon Thani
Flight Tickets
Flight tickets for domestic and regional flights can be found and booked by using this search form.
Airlines Operating in Don Mueang International Airport
Bangkok's Don Mueang Airport is the main hub for these Thai airlines - low-cost carriers Thai AirAsia, Thai Lionair, and Nok Air. Bangkok Airways also operates one route from DMK Airport to Koh Samui.
Foreign airlines operating at Don Mueang International Airport include AirAsia, Air Macau, Batik Air, Cebu Pacific, China Express Airlines, HK Express, Juneyao Air, Korean Air, Myanmar Airways, Okay Airways, Qingdao Airlines, Spring Airlines, T'way Air, and Vietnam Airlines.
Don Mueang International Airport Immigration
When arriving at Don Mueang Airport on an international flight from another country in the region, you need to pass through Don Mueang International Airport Immigration even if you have a connecting domestic flight from here.
If your nationality lets you enter Thailand on Visa Exemption or you’ve got a Single Entry Tourist Visa/Multiple Entry Tourist Visa in advance from the Thai embassy or consulate, you can just proceed to the immigration, present your travel documents to the officer, get your passport stamped, and you will be allowed to enter the country. Thailand's immigration control procedure at the airport is briefly described here: Thailand Immigration Control Procedure for Foreigners.
Visa on Arrival at Don Mueang Airport
In case your passport doesn't allow you to enter Thailand visa-free and you don't have a visa acquired from the Thai embassy beforehand, you might be able to get your Visa on Arrival at Don Mueang Airport. Citizens of the countries eligible to obtain a Thailand Visa on Arrival can get this type of Thailand Visa right at the airport, as DMK Airport is one of Thailand’s immigration checkpoints issuing Visas on Arrival.
For detailed information about getting a Thai visa at the airport, check Visa on Arrival at Don Mueang Airport.
Passenger Services at Don Mueang International Airport
As Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport is of a decent size, here you can find all the main passenger services you might need before or after your flight.
Don Mueang Airport Lounge
For the most comfortable experience at DMK Airport, you can choose to relax and refresh before your departure in the comfort of Miracle Lounge at Don Mueang Airport.
At Don Mueang Airport, you can also find The Coral Executive Lounge for you to relax in a quiet, comfortable space away from the busy terminal.
Whichever lounge you choose, make sure to pre-book your visit online via the links provided, as it will be significantly cheaper.
Currency Exchange at DMK Airport
If Don Mueang Airport is your entry point to Thailand, you will need to get some local currency here, as normally only Thai baht is accepted for all purchases within the country, and payment in cash is still preferred in many places. Withdrawing cash from an ATM or exchanging money at currency exchange booths are the best ways to get Thai baht at the airport. However, none of these options is cost-effective at Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
The rates offered by foreign exchange booths at Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are far from good. What exchange rates are offered by currency exchange booths at Don Mueang Airport, and what should you do to get better exchange rate? Read here: Don Mueang Airport Currency Exchange.
Thailand SIM Card at DMK Airport
Getting a local SIM card at DMK Airport is easy, as there are counters of all the main Thailand mobile network providers at Don Mueang Airport.
If you are willing to save money, you can book online a discounted Thailand SIM Card and pick it up at the airport as it will be significantly cheaper. For the deal, check here: SIM Card for Thailand (DMK Airport Pick Up).
Luggage Storage & Delivery
Luggage storage at DMK Airport costs depending on the size of the luggage: storage of normal luggage (25 kg or less) costs 100 THB per unit per day, and storage of special item (non-luggage Item) costs 200 THB per day. Longer storage is charged by a discounted rate, as storage for 5-7 days costs 500 THB and storage for 30 days costs 2000 THB.
Luggage storage at Don Mueang Airport can be booked online here: Airport Luggage Storage by AIRPORTELs.
AIRPORTELs also offers luggage delivery from Don Mueang Airport to your hotel or other accommodation in Bangkok and vice versa. Scheduled delivery of normal luggage (25 kg or less) costs 299 THB per piece, and delivery of special item (non-luggage Item) costs 599 THB. On-demand luggage delivery from the airport to the hotel or vice versa costs 799 THB.
Luggage delivery to/from Don Mueang Airport can be booked online here: AIRPORTELs Luggage Delivery Service.
Don Mueang International Airport Massage
At Don Mueang Airport you can also enjoy massage at a decent price as 30 minutes of foot massage here costs 250 THB.
The massage salon is located on the ground floor of Terminal 2, close to the entry to Terminal 1.
Don Mueang Airport Accommodation
If you'll be arriving at Don Mueang Airport late at night or leaving from the airport very early in the morning, you might consider staying overnight at the hotel in or near DMK Airport.
Sleep Box by Miracle is a stylish hostel that has been designed to surprise and please guests in transit or awaiting flights in Bangkok. Sleep Box by Miracle is located on the fourth floor of Terminal 2 (domestic passenger terminal) of Don Muang International Airport, making it extremely convenient for passengers.
For a more comfortable stay right next to the airport, it is better to choose Amari Don Muang Airport, which is a hotel connected with Don Mueang Airport by a walkway.
Another option is staying at one of the hotels in the surrounding area, as there are much cheaper accommodation options. Places to stay nearby can be found here: Hotels near Don Mueang Airport.
Depending on your travel plans, the Don Mueang area can also be a convenient place to stay in Bangkok, especially if you are not planning to stay long in the capital city. Our recommendations for choosing the right area to stay in Bangkok can be found on our guide to Bangkok's best areas to stay.
Don Mueang International Airport Transportation
In the Don Mueang Airport Transportation guide below, you can find information about public transport and other means of transportation that can be used for reaching different areas of Bangkok City from DMK Airport.
Train from DMK Airport to Bangkok
Bangkok SRT Red Line is a long-awaited city train route connecting Bangkok city with Don Mueang Airport. The Red Line commuter train operates daily from 05:00 to midnight. The journey from Don Mueang Airport to Bang Sue Grand Station also known as Krung Thep Aphiwat, takes about 17 minutes and costs 20 THB.
To find SRT Red Line Don Mueang station, after getting out from the restricted area of the airport, you need to turn left and walk to the end of Terminal 2 (domestic terminal). From there, a covered walkway leads to the train station. The direction to the train station is quite well marked at the airport, so finding it shouldn't be difficult, as you just need to follow signs leading to "SRT Red Line".
Bus from DMK Airport to Central Bangkok
Traveling from Don Mueang Airport to Bangkok City by bus is one of the best choices because it is very convenient and not expensive. The journey usually takes between 30 minutes and an hour, depending on traffic conditions.
There are four different airport bus routes starting at Don Mueang Airport – A1, A2, A3, and A4. Detailed information about these DMK Airport bus routes can be found here: Don Mueang Airport Bus.
Taxi from DMK Airport to Central Bangkok
If using public transportation seems to be too complicated for you, you can use Bangkok taxi.
You can avoid exchanging money at a bad exchange rate at the airport by booking a private transfer online, as the service will be prepaid and the driver will already be waiting for you at the airport. It's definitely the most comfortable way to reach the city and not get lost in Bangkok on the first day of your trip. Private transfer from Don Mueang Airport to the city center and other destinations can be booked here: Private Don Mueang Airport Transfers (DMK).
Shuttle Bus to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Bangkok has two airports - the second one is called Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Traveling between Don Mueang Airport and Suvarnabhumi Airport can be done in several ways, but the cheapest way is to take a free shuttle bus service. Check where to find and how to use the shuttle bus between BKK and DMK airports.
More transportation options for getting from DMK Airport to BKK Airport can be found here: Don Muang Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport.
From Don Mueang International Airport to Pratunam
Pratunam is a popular shopping area in Bangkok, where you can find some of the best deals for clothes, shoes, bags, and other goods, especially if you’re willing to buy in bulk.
This central area also has many good value accommodations, making it a popular area to stay in Bangkok. If you want an exceptional stay in the Thai capital, you can choose to stay at Baiyoke Sky Hotel in Baiyoke Tower II, one of the tallest buildings in Bangkok, which is offering the best panoramas of the city.
In general, you have three choices for getting from Don Mueang Airport to Pratunam:
- Bus – cheapest way
- Train - affordable way
- Taxi or private transfer – faster and more comfortable way
Don Mueang Airport to Other Destinations
To get to historical and beach destinations such as Pattaya, Hua Hin, Ayutthaya, Kanchanaburi, Koh Samet, Koh Chang right after arrival at DMK Airport, it is best to use private transfer.
Here you can book a private Don Mueang Airport transfer to or from Pattaya, Hua Hin, Ayutthaya, Kanchanaburi, Koh Samet, and Koh Chang, or Laem Chabang.
Starting from 8 March 2025, two new bus routes starting at DMK Airport were introduced:
Bus from Don Mueang Airport to Pattaya
Bus from Don Mueang Airport to Hua Hin
Tips
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