Bangkok Don Mueang Airport Guide (DMK)

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Bangkok Don Mueang 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.

it does get crowded, so good places for sleeping are soon snapped up. – tashore14

DMK 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 Don Mueang Airport (Code: DMK).

What to Expect

As the smaller and older of Bangkok’s two airports, Don Mueang primarily supports low-cost regional carriers, with Terminal 2 handling domestic flights and Terminal 1 handling international flights. Terminal 2 has been completely renovated and reportedly provides passengers with smooth check-in and security. Terminal 1 has also been renovated but can suffer from long immigration line-ups during rush hours (5:00 AM – 7:00 AM and 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM) due to too many passengers arriving simultaneously. Food and services are available both airside and landside, with a few cafes open 24 hours. WiFi is available, but access has been reported as being problematic. Two lounges sell passes to economy-class travellers to enjoy comfort while waiting for their flight.

Sleeping in Don Mueang Airport

While the terminals can get crowded, travellers report that there are a variety of sleep options. Noise and cold temperatures are the primary complaints, but travellers feel safe and are not bothered by airport staff. Here are a few sleep spots that travellers have reported:

The observation deck above Terminal 2’s Departures level is darker and sees less foot traffic.
The couches at Burger King in Terminal 2, but arrive early because these fill up quickly.
Try your luck at couches near any restaurants that close overnight.
In Terminal 1, snag a spot at the soft seats and benches in the Domestic Departures area.

For privacy and comfort, albeit for a price, there is an airport hostel with 25 sleep boxes in Terminal 2. For larger sleeping accommodations, there is a larger deluxe category hotel connected to the airport by a walkway, and some nearby airport hotels are within a short drive. See our Airport Hotels section in the guide below.

Read the latest traveller reviews for more tips. For more airport information, continue scrolling down to explore more in our Don Mueang Airport Guide.

To help us keep this guide up-to-date, you can write a review and submit airport tips and photos.

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

There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Cots

The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.

Don Muang Airport Hotels

If sleeping in Don Mueang Airport sounds like a nightmare, there are sleep pods and a hotel connected to the terminal:

Hotels at the Airport

Sleep Box by Miracle – Location: Terminal 2, 4th Floor. Each 20 sq. meter room can accommodate up to 2 people and offers TV, free WiFi, free drinking water, a private washroom and access to Sleep Box’s Lounge & Coffee Bar. Rooms can be booked by the hour between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM. Sample rates: One-hour stay for TBH 480; three-hour stay (double occupancy) for THB 1,000; overnight stay for TBH 1,360.
Amari Don Muang Airport Hotel – This is the only hotel connected to the terminal by (air-conditioned) walkway. Walking distance from the terminal to the hotel is five minutes, or the hotel provides one-way airport transfers for 200 baht (must be pre-arranged). Day rooms are available for use from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM for THB 1,200.

Hotels Near the Airport

You’ll find plenty of budget-friendly hostels, guesthouses and small hotels within walking distance or a short drive of Don Mueang Airport. Larger international hotel brands are available, but they’re less common close to the terminal.

Space Station Hostel (0.4 mi / 0.6 km) – Hostel.
Peony’s (0.4 mi / 0.6 km) – Hostel.
Sloth Hostel Don Mueang (0.4 mi / 0.6 km) – Hostel.
Don Muang Hotel (0.5 mi / 0.8 km) – Budget hotel.
Hoppers Place Donmuang Room (1.2 mi / 1.9 km) – Guesthouse.
Radisson Hotel (1.2 mi / 1.9 km) – Upscale hotel.

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 purchasing a lounge pass or through a lounge membership program.

International Terminal

Coral Executive Lounge – Location: Airside, Terminal 1 International Departures, 3rd Floor, near Gate 5. Hours: open 24 hours. Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (approx. THB 1,200 per person) • Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs • Credit card rewards programs.
Miracle Lounge – Location: Airside, Terminal 1 International Departures, near Gate 51. Hours: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM. Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (approx. THB 1,200 per person) • Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs • Credit card rewards programs.
Miracle Lounge – Location: Airside, Terminal 1 International Departures, near Gate 23. Hours: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (approx. THB 1,200 per person) • Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs • Credit card rewards programs.

Domestic Terminal

Coral Executive Lounge – Location: Airside, Terminal 2 Domestic Departures, 3rd Floor, near Gate 51. Hours: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (approx. THB 1,000 per person) • Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs • Credit card rewards programs.
Miracle Lounge – Location: Airside, Terminal 2 Domestic Departures, 3rd Floor, near Gate 51. Hours: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (approx. THB 1,000 per person) • Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs • Credit card rewards programs.

Drinking Water

A reader reports that drinking water fountains are located near washrooms behind check-in counters and near The Coffee Club in Terminal 1. The water is reported to be not chilled. (May 2025)

Food & Drinks

Several food outlets operate 24 hours.

Terminal 1 – International flights

AIMM’S Café – (Zone: Departure, Area: Transit, Floor 3)
Au we white coffee – (Floor 1)
Freshy Bar – (Floor 3)
Gloria Jean’s Coffees – (Floor 3 • Zone: Departure, Area: Transit, Floor 3)
Juice Exclusive – (Area: Public, Floor 4)
Kin Café – (Zone: Departure, Area: Transit, Floor 3 • Floor 1)
KIN Donburi – (Zone: Departure, Area: Public, Floor 4 • Floor 3)
McDonald’s – (Zone: Departure, Area: Public, Floor 4)
Piri-Piri Flaming Chicken – (Zone: Departure, Area: Transit, Floor 3)
Ritazza – (Floor 3)
Starbucks – (Zone: Departure, Area: Transit, Floor 1 • Zone: Departure, Area: Transit, Floor 3)
Subway – (Zone: Departure, Area: Transit, Floor 3)
Sushi Den Express – (Zone: Departure, Area: Transit, Floor 3)
Thai Street Food – (Zone: Departure, Area: Transit, Floor 1 • Zone: Departure, Area: Public, Floor 3)
Thai Street Food Kin – (Zone: Departure, Floor 1, Bus gate)

Terminal 2 – Domestic flights

Au we white coffee – (Zone: Departure , Area: Transit, Floor 3)
Bread Talk – (Zone: Departure , Area: Transit, Floor 3)
Burger King – (Zone: Arrival , Area: Public, Floor 1 • Terminal 2 , Area: Public, Floor 4)
Dean and Deluca – (Zone: Departure , Area: Transit, Floor 3)
imm rice & noodle – (Floor 4)
Inthanin Coffee – (Zone: Departure , Area: Public, Floor 3)
Magic Food Park – (Zone: Departure , Area: Public)
Pepper Lunch – (Zone: Departure , Area: Public, Floor 4)
Ritazza – (Zone: Departure , Area: Public, Floor 4)
The Coffee Club – (Floor 3)

There are multiple 7-Eleven convenience stores across both terminals for snacks and drinks.

Luggage Storage & Lockers

Luggage storage services are available for short- and long-term storage (up to several months). Locations:
• Terminal 1, landside, 1st Floor (near Gate 9)
• Terminal 2, landside, 1st Floor

A reader reports rates of approx. THB 100 per bag for storage under 24 hours.

Mobile Charging

A reader reports public charging stations in the landside area, including:
• Behind Check-in Desk 9 (near the walkway between domestic and international terminals)
• Behind Check-in Desk 8 (opposite side of the same walkway)

Each station reportedly includes Thai-style power sockets and USB ports, but no lockers or security, requiring you to remain with your device while charging.

There is no confirmed information on airside charging availability.

Showers

Shower facilities are available at the following locations:

• Sleep Box by Miracle, Terminal 2, 4th Floor (approx. THB 300 per use). See Airport Hotels.
• Miracle Lounge, Domestic Departures (access subject to lounge entry rules). See Airport Lounges.

WiFi/Internet

Free WiFi is available at Bangkok Don Mueang Airport for a maximum of two hours. Connect to the “@ AirportTrueFreeWiFi” network.

Pro Tip: A traveller reports that the two-hour limit can be renewed by re-registering with different details for each session.

Security & Safety

At the time of this update, we have no reports from travellers commenting on safety or security issues at Bangkok Don Mueang Airport. However, sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important 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 located 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. 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 woke up 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 awake, 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

More Services, Facilities & Things to do at the Airport

ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? ATMs are available. Fees may apply, so check your bank’s fee schedule and daily withdrawal limits if you are travelling internationally. You may also want to notify your bank of your travel plans. ATMs are located landside and airside in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
Banking Services – Several banks provide full-service banking, including Bangkok Bank, Kasikorn Bank (KBank), Krungthai Bank, and Government Savings Bank. Branches are available in Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, except Government Savings Bank, which is located only in Terminal 2. Hours vary by bank and location; most operate weekday business hours.
Children’s Play Areas – Children’s play areas are available airside on Level 3 in both Domestic Departures and International Departures.
Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-free shopping is available in Terminal 1, International Departures. In addition, a variety of retail shops are located throughout both terminals, landside and airside. Many shops operate extended or 24-hour hours, depending on location.
Currency Exchange – Multiple currency exchange providers operate in Terminal 1, with kiosks located in departures and arrivals areas, both landside and airside.
Information Desk – Information desks are available in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, in the arrivals and departures areas.
Luggage Wrapping – Luggage wrapping services are available in Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, landside on the 3rd floor.
Medical Services – Medical clinics offering urgent and emergency care are available in Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 during daytime hours. A medical center operated by Samitivej Hospital also has locations in both terminals; hours vary.
Nursing Room and Diaper Changing Area – Nursing rooms and diaper-changing facilities are available in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
Observation Deck – An observation deck is available in Terminal 1, offering views of aircraft movements.
Pharmacy – Several pharmacies operate across the terminals, with locations in Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, both landside and airside. Hours vary by location; at least one operates 24 hours.
Post Office – Postal services, including mail and basic communication services, are available. Locations and hours vary by terminal.
Prayer Rooms – A Muslim prayer room is located in Terminal 2, Level 3, near the connecting walkway to Terminal 1. Dedicated lounges are also available for Buddhist monks in Terminal 2.
Smoking Zones – Designated smoking areas are available in several locations across arrivals and departures zones.
Spa Services – Massage and spa services are available in both terminals, airside. One spa operates 24 hours, while others generally operate from morning until late evening.

Airlines

Bangkok Don Mueang Airport is served by the following airlines: Air Asia • Indonesia Air Asia • Malindo Air • Philippines AirAsia • Nok Air/Scoot • Scoot Airlines • Thai Air Asia • Thai Lion Air • Tigerair.

Airport Information: Getting To/From the Airport

Buses

DMK Airport is well connected to the bus system, offering at least 12 buses to deliver you to a variety of destinations. For more information, visit the Don Muang Airport website.

Car Rentals

The following car rental companies have offices on-site: Avis • Asap Car Rental • BizCar • Budget • Chic • Drive Car Rental • Hertz • National • Sixt • Thai Rent a Car.

Compare car rental prices on Expedia

Hotel Shuttles

See Airport Hotels above.

Inter-Terminal Shuttle

A shuttle bus runs every 15 minutes and stops at both Terminals, all parking structures and the cargo buildings.

Taxis

Prepaid taxis are readily available for hire in the ground transportation area. Stop at the Public Taxi Stand, curbside outside the Arrivals area (Gate 8), to pay for your ride. You will receive a ticket to give to your taxi driver before boarding.

Train

The Don Mueang train station is a 500-meter walk from the airport via an overpass, which you can reach from the 2nd floor of Terminal 1. For fares, routes and schedules, visit the State Railway of Thailand website.

Last updated: 2026-02-02

This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.

Bangkok Don Mueang Airport Guide