Bangkok, Thailand
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Thailand's main international gateway; a single terminal building stacked over multiple levels, with a newer satellite terminal (SAT-1) reached by automated people mover.
Terminals & airlines
- Main Terminal
- Satellite Terminal SAT-1
Before you depart
After you land
- Arrivals (immigration, baggage claim, customs) are on Level 2.
Accessibility & special assistance
Contact your airline at least 48 hours before travel to arrange wheelchair or mobility assistance.
- Wheelchair assistance — Request through your airline in advance.
- Accessible restrooms — Available throughout the terminal.
Floor guide
- Level 1Bus lobby, public taxi queue
- Level 2Arrivals — immigration, baggage claim, customs
- Level 3Restaurants, shops, airline lounges
- Level 4Departures — check-in, security, immigration
- Level BAirport Rail Link (ARL) platform
Ground transport
Taxi vs bus vs rail depends on group size, luggage, and traffic. Always verify prices at official desks or trusted apps.
Taxi
- Official public taxi queue is on Level 1 — use the ticket machine, not touts approaching you in the arrivals hall.
Avoid common scams
- Unofficial drivers approaching arriving passengers directly in the terminal, especially quoting flat fares well above the metered rate.
Get a ride with Uber ↗
Opens Uber with pickup set at BKK. Availability, fares, and vehicle types vary by city—check the app for current options.
Bus
- Airport buses and interprovincial coaches depart from Level 1.
Rail (Airport Rail Link)
- ARL to Phaya Thai (city center connection) departs from Level B (basement), one floor below arrivals.
Information is for planning only. Always confirm schedules and fares with the airport and operators before travel.