Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or are just quickly passing through, our Bangkok Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.
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I had to spend a few nights at BKK Airport recently after losing my passport and i have to say, next time, I’d CHOOSE to stay there. – gentmartin
BKK Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport.
What to Expect
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (code: BKK) is the largest of the two airports in Bangkok and serves as the primary international airport. It is a relatively modern and new building with architecture that reminds visitors of a giant space station. It operates a single terminal with seven concourses (A, B, C, D, E, F, G), covering 563,000 square meters, one of the world’s largest single-terminal buildings. Navigation can be challenging due to its size, but restrooms are well-signposted on Levels 2 (Arrivals) and 4 (Departures).
Amenities-wise, the airport doesn’t have as much going on as some of its regional airport neighbours. Still, you will find free WiFi (but only for one hour!), and several first-class lounges – some of which also have showers – that economy-class passengers can pay to access.
Sleeping in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport is a sleep-friendly airport that attracts plenty of overnighters. It has a decent amount of armrest-free seating, some located in private, quieter spots. Here are a few sleep spots that travellers have reported:
- Floor 3 has some quiet corners because there are few shops here.
- The Observation Deck on Floor 7 is a quiet area where staff and travellers rest on the few benches and charge up at the power outlets.
- The Basement has a few quiet spots that fill up quickly. Check out the area between Doors 7-10, the seats by 7-Eleven and Subway, and underneath the staircases (though the floor is cold, so bring an extra layer).
For uninterrupted sleep, there are sleep boxes, a transit hotel inside the airport, and other nearby hotels connected by shuttles. See Airport Hotels in the guide below.
Read the latest traveller reviews for more tips. For more airport information, continue scrolling down to explore more in our Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport Guide.
Good to Know
- Travellers should exercise caution in the arrivals hall as there have been reports of scams and petty theft in that area.
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In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.
Airport Hours
The airport is open 24 hours.
Rest & Relaxation Zones
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport does not offer designated rest zones but you may find some reclining scattered around the concourses. In the past there were some airside in Concourses B and D (west side).
Cots
Cots are not offered to stranded travellers at BKK. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.
Bangkok Airport Hotels, Sleep Pods & Day Rooms
Quick Facts
- Nearest Hotel: Inside the Airport
- Sleep Cabins & Pods: Yes
- Day Rooms: Yes
- Nearby Hotels with Free Shuttles: Yes
When the prospect of sleeping on the floor or in a chair is giving you nightmares, there is good news for those of you who are looking to sleep at Suvarnabhumi Airport in comfort. If you are on a layover, you don’t have to go through security, as there is a transit hotel that offers both short-term and overnight rates. Sleep pods, perfect for single travellers seeking some privacy, are also available on the landside section of the airport. Several nearby hotels located within ten minutes of the airport provide free shuttles.
Sleep Pods & Transit Hotel inside Suvarnabhumi Airport
Miracle Transit Hotel – Located inside the airport, Airside, Level 3, International Departures Hall, Concourse A. Day use rooms for 4 – 12 hours are available. Rates from ฿2,500 ($75 USD) for 4 hours. The hotel features a beauty salon, spa, free WiFi and duty free shops. Due to its location inside Suvarnabhumi’s transit area, the hotel is accessible only to passengers in the secure zone. » Check Rates
Boxtel – Location: Airport Link “Suvarnabhumi Station”, Basement (B) Floor Walk through the Airport Link ticket centre and the shop for about 30m. You will then see Boxtel on the left. Each soundproofed room offers A/C, full bed with microgel blanket and pillow, free WiFi, work desk, alarm clock and key card access. Restrooms are shared. Rates from ฿1,200 ($35 USD) for 4 hours. » Check Rates
Avagard Capsule Hotel – Location: Landside, Basement Floor, Airport Rail Link. Five sound-proof sleep capsules feature a queen-size bed, WiFi, temperature control, USB charging sockets, reading lights and a locker that can store up to 32″ luggage + carry-on. Rates from ฿1,500 (~$45 USD) for 4 hours. » Check Rates
Hotels near Suvarnabhumi Airport
- Novotel Suvarnabhumi Airport Hotel – (5 minute walk from the airport via underground walkway) A free 24-hour airport shuttle is available. The hotel offers day rooms (8:00AM – 6:00PM), freshen up rates and 24-Hour Flexi check-in at any time and check out 24 hours later. The shuttle departs from Gate 4, Arrival Level, Level 2. » Check Rates
- Amaranth Suvarnabhumi Hotel » Check Rates
- Eastin Thana City Golf Resort Bangkok » Check Rates
- Mariya Boutique Hotel » Check Rates
- Paragon Inn » Check Rates
- The Park Nine Suvarnabhumi » Check Rates
- Vismaya Suvarnabhumi Resort » Check Rates
For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels near Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport that can be sorted by price, distance, traveller rating and popularity.
Airport Lounges
Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships
Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there are lounges that you can enter by paying at the door, purchasing a lounge pass or through a lounge membership program. Visit the individual lounge page for more details about the lounge itself and learn how to gain access with just an economy class ticket!
Concourse A
- Bangkok Airways Blue Ribbon Lounge – Location: Domestic Departures, Airside, Level 2, opposite Gate A3. Showers are available. Lounge Access: Lounge membership programs.
- Coral Executive Lounge – Location: Domestic Departures, Airside, Level 2, near the luggage checkpoint. Lounge Access: Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs.
- Miracle First Class Lounge – Location: International Departures, Airside, Level 3, Block 2, East side. Hours: open 24 hours. Lounge Access: Pay at the door • Prepaid lounge pass • Lounge membership programs.
- Royal Silk Lounge – Location: Domestic Departures, Airside, Level 2. Lounge Access: Lounge membership programs.
Concourse C
- Miracle First Class Lounge – Location: International Departures, Airside, Level 3, East Side. Hours: open 24 hours. Lounge Access: Pay at the door • Prepaid lounge pass • Lounge membership programs.
- Coral Finest Business Cocoon Lounge – Coral Finest Business Cocoon Lounge – Location: International Departures, Airside, Level 3, Gate D1. Hours: open 24 hours. Showers are available. Lounge Access: Prepaid lounge pass • Lounge membership programs.
Concourse D
- Bangkok Airways Blue Ribbon Lounge – Location: International Departures, Airside, opposite Gate D7. Showers are available. Lounge Access: Lounge membership programs.
- Coral Finest Business Lounge – Location: International Departures, Airside, Level 3, Gate D1. Hours: open 24 hours. Showers are available. Lounge Access: Prepaid lounge pass • Lounge membership programs.
- Coral First Class Lounge – Location: International Departures, Airside, Level 3, Gate D1. Showers are available. Lounge Access: Prepaid lounge pass • Lounge membership programs.
- Miracle Lounge – Location: Domestic Departures, Airside, Level 2. Hours: 5:30 AM – 10:00 PM.
- Miracle Business Class Lounge – Location: International Departures, Airside, 3rd Floor, opposite Gate D5. Showers are available. Hours: open 24 hours. Lounge Access: Pay at the door • Prepaid lounge pass • Lounge membership programs.
- Miracle First Class Lounge – Location: International Departures, Airside, Level 3, opposite Gate D6. Showers are available. Hours: open 24 hours. Lounge Access: Prepaid lounge pass • Lounge membership programs.
- Turkish Airlines Lounge – Location: International Departures, Airside, Level 3, near Gate D8. Showers are available. Lounge Access: Prepaid lounge pass • Lounge membership programs.
Concourse E
- Oman Air First & Business Class Lounge – Location: International Departures, Airside, Level 3 (West Side). Showers are available. Hours: open 24 hours. Lounge Access: Prepaid lounge pass • Lounge membership programs.
Concourse F
- Air France – KLM SkyLounge – Location: International Departures, Airside, 3rd Floor, near Gate F2. Showers are available. Lounge Access: Prepaid lounge pass • Lounge membership programs.
- Miracle First Class Lounge – International Departures, Airside, Level 3, West Side. Hours: open 24 hours. Lounge Access: Pay at the door • Lounge membership programs.
Concourse G
- Miracle First Class Lounge – International Departures, Airside, Level 3, opposite Gate G2, West Side. Showers are available. Hours: open 24 hours. Lounge Access: Pay at the Door • Prepaid lounge pass • Lounge membership programs.
Satellite 1
- Miracle First Lounge – Location: Airside, International Departures. Level 4, near Gate S113. Hours: open 24 hours. Showers are available. Lounge Access: Pay at the door • Prepaid lounge pass • Lounge membership programs.
Related Pages: Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport Lounges
Drinking Water
Free drinking water stations are available airside near restrooms on Level 4 (Departures, e.g., Concourses D and F) and Level 2 (Arrivals, near Gates B and G). A reader tells us “There are now water bottle refill machines in the airport! We happened to have our water quality checker on us and it was a little above 100. You’re not supposed to drink water above 100 but since this is just barely beyond the safe range my teenagers chose to refill their water bottles anyway and no one got sick. If you have a hardy stomach this seems like a great option!” (February 2024)
Food & Drinks
When you get the midnight munchies or give up trying to sleep and need a coffee to stay awake, 24-hour food concessions are available: Subway and 7-Eleven (Level B, near Airport Rail Link); Magic Food Point (Level 1, near Door 8) offers Thai food around the clock. Additional eateries on Level 4 (Departures) and airside concourses (e.g., McDonald’s near Gate D8) close by 11:00 PM–midnight. Travellers recommend the 24-hour food court, located on the landside, on the Ground Floor of the Transportation Waiting Area. It’s a cash-only, locals-only sort of place, and you’ll need to buy paper coupons first, but the food is said to be cheap and good.
Luggage Storage & Lockers
Location: Left Luggage Baggage Service Center, Level 2, Arrival Hall, Baggage Claim • Level 4, Departure Hall, behind the check-in counter (Row P). Rates: vary according to the luggage size, but rates start at THB 100 / bag per day.
Mobile Charging
Charge your electronics for free at mobile charging stations conveniently located throughout the airport.
Showers
Freshen up (and loosen those stiff muscles) with a shower before your flight, though you’ll have to pay to access them. Locations:
- Miracle Transit Hotel, Concourse G, Floor 3 East; Miracle CIP
- First Class Lounges, International Terminal (see Lounges above)
WiFi / Internet
Free unlimited WiFi is available throughout Suvarnabhumi Airport. Connect to the “@ Airport Free Wi-Fi by NT” network.
Security & Safety
At the time of this update, we have no reports from travellers commenting on safety issues at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport. However, there have been reports of occasional petty theft and taxi scams. Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s essential to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:
- Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
- Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
- Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Please don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who awoke without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
- Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay sharp, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.
Pro-tip: If you sleep in the public zone, don’t be surprised if you receive an early morning wake-up call. Security is known to make the rounds, waking people up as travellers arrive for morning flights.
More Airport Information
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ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? ATMs are available. Fees may apply, so check your bank’s fee schedule and daily withdrawal limit if you are travelling internationally. You may also want to notify your bank of your travel plans. Locations: available on every floor, both landside and airside.
Children’s Play Areas – At one point, the terminal featured children’s play areas in the following locations: near the transfer lounges in Concourses B and D (west side) and on Leel 4 of Concourses C and D (East and West wings).
Currency Exchange – Kasikornbank offers full-service banking, foreign currency exchange, and international money transfers at several convenient locations throughout the terminals.
Drinking Water – see “Drinking Water” above.
Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-free shopping is available in several locations in the concourse building. Various retail shops, mini-markets and convenience stores are open throughout the passenger terminal and concourse building.
Food & Drinks – There is no shortage of food options and convenience stores located Airside and Landside, including many 24-hour restaurants. In September 2016, a reader told us there is a 24-hour food court (Landside, Ground Floor, inside the ground transportation waiting area). The reader continues to say, “It is a cash-only coupon food court (where you exchange your cash for paper coupons to buy food and drinks with, and exchange back any unused ones when you leave). There are maybe 15 food stalls with every major category of Thai food. Prices mostly range 40-100 baht, with drinks starting at 10 baht for bottled water. It’s not the most sanitary place in the world, about typical for Thai food courts, though. It’s mostly frequented by staff, I’ve noticed, and there is a staff-only escalator right in front of it. It’s possible to go back up to both departures or arrivals from there, but you’ll have to walk about 300 meters to a public access escalator. I think it’s sort of an open secret of sorts.”
Hotels – see “Airport Hotels” above.
Information Desk – Have any questions? At one point, there were a total of 15 information desks to assist passengers in the following locations: Arrivals and Departures Areas. If you can’t find one of the information desks, don’t worry! Use one of the airport help phones located throughout the airport to contact the information centre or look out for the numerous Airport Ambassadors.
Lounges – see “Airport Lounges” above.
Luggage Storage & Lockers – see “Luggage Storage & Lockers” above.
Luggage Wrapping – Protect your bags from theft and damage by having them wrapped in plastic. Locations: A few locations can be found landside, in the check-in hall near the terminal entrances.
Medical Facilities – If you feel unwell or injure yourself, a few clinics can be found throughout the terminals. Hours: 24/7. A Medical Center is located on the 2nd Floor in Concourse D and is open 24 hours.
Mobile Charging – see “Mobile Charging” above.
Pharmacy – There are two Boots pharmacies for any last-minute pharmaceutical needs. Locations: Domestic Terminal Landside, Level 3, Entrance 5 • Domestic Terminal, Landside, Level 4, Entrance 9 • International Terminal, Airside, Level 4, Concourse C & G.
Post Office – Send your last-minute postcards to friends and family from the airport’s post office. Location: Terminal 1, 4th Floor, Ticketing Area, Row W.
Prayer Rooms – A Muslim prayer room is available. Locations: Airside, Level 2, Concourse C.
Rest Zones – see “Rest & Relaxation Zones” above.
Showers – see “Showers” above.
SIM Cards – A reader tells us that SIM cards can be purchased in the International Terminal baggage claim area. (December 2022)
Smoking Room – Smoking is no longer permitted inside the terminal. A reader tells us there are designated smoking areas outside the terminal (Landside), which are far from entrances/exits from the terminal. Another reader says, “One smoking area is directly outside the departure hall (floor 4), on the west end, a short walk from indoors. There is another directly below this one and a third below that and slightly further to the west.” (July 2023)
Spa – Treat yourself to a massage or several other spa services. Express Spa, Ruen Rak Massage, and Ban Rueanrak Health Massage all offer traditional Thai massages.
Transit Tours – At one point, people in transit, could take advantage of 4, 5 and 7-hour sightseeing tours in Bangkok. The tour desks were located on the Arrivals Level, Concourse C/D and D/E intersections.
WiFi – see “Airport WiFi / Internet” above.
Related Pages: Things to do on a layover at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport and Bangkok Airport Layover Sightseeing
Bus
BKK airport is served by city buses and regional bus routes. The operational hours of each bus route vary, so it is best to plan ahead.
Car Rentals
Car rental service is available 24 hours on the 2nd floor of the passenger terminal, Gate 8. The following car rental agencies are available onsite: Avis • Bizcar • BUA Travel & Car Rental • Budget • Chic Car Rental • Drive Car Rental • Europcar • Hertz • Sixt • Thai Car Rental • Yesaway Car Rental.
Hotel Shuttles
Several area hotels provide airport shuttle service: Best Western Premier Amaranth Suvarnabhumi Airport • Golden Jade Suvarnabhumi • Mariya Boutique Residence at Suvarnabhumi Airport • Miracle Suvarnabhumi Airport Hotel • Nest Boutique Resort • Novotel Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport • Phoenix Hotel Bangkok • Suvarnabhumi Suite Airport Hotel • Suvarnabhumi Ville Airport Hotel • Vismaya Suvarnabhumi Resort.
See also Airport Hotels above.
Inter-Terminal Transportation
At one point, the airport operated a free shuttle bus service on airport grounds. Passengers could use one of five different shuttle lines to reach the Public Transport Center, Rachathewa Police Station, Novotel Airport Hotel, the airport’s other terminals, parking lots and more.
Limousine
Limousine service is available 24 hours a day at the airport.
Public Van Service
Minibus 549 connects the airport’s Bus Terminal with Minbury stopping in Suk Saman Entrance – Lad Krabang Police Station – Rungkij Village – Romklao Road – Kasembandit University). Hours: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
Taxi
Official public taxis queue at Level 1 (Ground Floor), near Doors 4 and 7; fares to central Bangkok (e.g., Sukhumvit) are ฿300-฿400 ($9-$12 USD) plus ฿50 ($1.50 USD) airport surcharge and tolls, taking 30-60 minutes depending on traffic. Prepaid taxi booths available; beware of touts in Arrivals.
Train
Airport Rail Link (ARL) connects to Phaya Thai, running 6:00 AM–midnight. Additional options include City Line services to Makkasan (connects to MRT Phetchaburi); no 24-hour service, so late-night travellers rely on taxis or shuttles. Location: Level B (Basement) Duration: 35-45 minutes. Fare: ฿45/~$1.35 USD.
Last updated: 2025-02-24
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