Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
2010 Best Airport
REGION: ASIA
Runner-Up
Traveller Comments....
photo source: Roger Price, wikipedia
"This airport was built, like so many others, to make money. They put absolutely no thought as to the experience of the customer." - powel212
"I was denied boarding and had to wait in transit at BKK for 24 hrs, then was removed by security beacuse after 24 hrs you are breaking some Thai law." (flleric)
"Despite the billions spent on it the new BKK airport is a bit of a joke - fires, crumbling runways and RAMPANT corruption have resulted in it being a national disgrace for the Thais." (Andrew)
"the new airport in Bangkok is all shine n pretty but lacking in substance." (?)
"Mindful of past reviews of this airport, I made sure to pinch an airline blanket from my incoming flight on Thai Airways - both the blanket and the airline are recommended!" - ensimismada
"It was not comfortable curled up on the hard bucket seats with all the bright lights and the sporadic announcements in several languages." - jessaminevillareal
Recent Review
Stayed for 6 hours outside immigration. I recommend going to the lower level where the trains are. Here you will find sufficient 4-wide coushined chair rows (without arms). Best of all this area is far quieter than the upper levels. There is a 7/11 for brews and a subway and other good things. Subway has wifi that they seemingly give you after a purchase (think a cookie). The airport had a wifi but it is paid after 15 minutes and confusing to set up, so best use the computers around the place (ask at information desks) if you have no devices. The main problem with the lower level is that there are no bathrooms, so if you're solo and camping some seats this might be a problem. Food is not amazing, I would recommend sticking to Thai cuisine. Foreign cuisine is more expensive.
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Bangkok Airport Guide
Airport Lounges
- Transfer Lounges
Free lounges for the purpose of resting in between flights. Equipped with reclining leather chairs. Location: Airside, Concourse B and D (west side) - Louis' Tavern CIP First Class - Concourse A
- Louis' Tavern CIP First Class - Concourse C
- Louis' Tavern CIP First Class - Concourse G
Airport WiFi / Internet
- Wireless internet access is available at the Bangkok airport for a fee. 15 minutes will be free.
- There are 126 internet kiosks offering free internet. Users can only connect for 15 minutes at a time. Once your time expires you can login again.
Airport Hotels
If sleeping in the Bangkok Airport does not appeal to you, there are hotels near the airport....
- Novotel Suvarnabhumi Airport Hotel - 10-minute walk from the airport.
- Best Western - free airport shuttle
More Services, Facilities and Things to Do at the Airport
- Food / Dining
Information not available - ATMs / Cash Machines
Cash machines are available in Terminals 2, 3 and 4. - Showers
Information not available - Luggage Storage / Lockers
Location: Left Luggage Baggage Service Center, 2nd Floor, Arrival Hall, Baggage Claim and 4th Floor, Departure Hall, behind check-in counter Q. Rate: THB 100 per bag per day - Children's Play Area
Location: near the transfer lounges in Concourse B and D (west side) - Prayer Room
Location: Terminal 3, Airside and Landside - Spa
Location: Terminal 3, Airside and Landside - Sightseeing Tours
If you are in transit, you can advantage of 4, 5 and 7 hour tours in Bangkok. The tour desks are located Airside. - Car Rentals
Avis • Budget • Hertz
Airport Hours
open 24 hours
Quick Terminal Tips
- A reader tells us: "WIFI is terrible. They give you a voucher with ID and password. No clear instructions. Most travellers give up. They use a network provider (Wlannet) which has its one commercial signal. So travellers are confused between the free service and the commercial service. Most travellers cannot find the adequate entry point and give up.
Bangkok Travel Sites
- Bangkok Hotel Deals - compare rates, check availability and read reviews
>>>Read All Bangkok Airport Reviews
Last Updated: 25 Nov 2010 | Sources: Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
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