Don Mueang International Airport DMK: Departures and guide

Flying from/to Don Mueang International Airport

Plan your journey from/to Don Mueang International Airport by finding out which transport links are available upon arrival—whether its an airport transfer by bus or a local train which gets you to where you need to be. We recommend booking your ticket with Omio.

Arriving at Don Muang International Airport (DMK)

Don Muang International Airport​​ is Bangkok's second-busiest airport, seeing up to 30 million passengers each year. Although the airport predominantly serves domestic flights, many flights depart to neighboring or nearby Asian countries. Don Muang International Airport mostly serves budget Asian airlines, including Air Asia, Nok Air, and Thai Lion. The airport is open from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday to Friday. Don Muang Airport is close to Bangkok, the capital city of Thailand. Bangkok is known as "the Venice of the East" for its remarkable network of canals. The city is also famous for its astonishing Buddhist Temples and Grand Palace, which is still home to the Thai royal family. 

What's the best way to get from Don Muang International Airport​ to the city center?

Passengers who wish to travel from Don Muang Airport to Bangkok using public transport can do so by bus and metro. Travelers should first board the A1 bus at the airport. Next, they should board the SkyTrain service at Mochit Station, which will connect passengers with stops throughout Bangkok city or to the metro line for other Bangkok destinations.  By far, the easiest way to travel from Don Muang Airport​ to the city center​ is by taxi. Travelers can hail a metered taxi at the airport. They should make sure to get a receipt before boarding the metered taxi. The receipt will list the requested destination, and should be kept in the unlikely event of any dispute with the driver. Alternatively, travelers can use the Grab taxi app to order a local taxi that will collect them from the airport. 

How far is the city center from the airport?

Don Muang International Airport​ is 9 miles (14 kilometers) from the city center​. Traveling from the airport using Bangkok's public metro and bus services will take approximately one-and-a-half hours. It's by far the cheapest way to reach Bangkok city center from the airport. The fastest way to reach Bangkok from Don Muang Airport is by taxi. Cabs can take as little as 40 minutes when there's no traffic or when drivers use the expressway in traffic jams. Using the expressway does cost more but can reduce the journey's duration by up to an hour when traffic is bad. 

What services are there at the airport?

Travelers will find an extensive range of services at Don Muang International Airport​. There are three banks with ATMs and currency exchanges available within the airport, and WiFi is freely available for travelers for up to 2 hours. After that, they can opt to pay. Some business class travelers can enjoy complimentary WiFi in the airport's lounges.  Prayer rooms are available for Muslim travelers, and there's a special reception space for Buddhist monks.  Travelers can choose between a range of Western, Thai, and Asian dining options. Duty-free shopping is available throughout the airport. For those wanting to pamper themselves, a spa, massage parlor, and hairdressers are available onsite. 

How accessible is the route for those with limited mobility?

There's barrier-free access to Don Muang International Airport​ for travelers in wheelchairs and others with limited mobility. Walkways in the airport can be long and cumbersome for travelers with disabilities. Therefore, passengers are advised to contact their airline or the airport's team up to 48 hours before departure for special assistance. Don Muang Airport will happily provide an electric car service to take disabled passengers across the airport free of charge.  Specialized parking spaces are reserved for disabled travelers. The spaces are closer to the entrance than conventional parking spaces. Elevators are available throughout the airport, allowing step-free access to all areas of each terminal. Ramps facilitate freedom of movement between the concourse and the airport's various entertainment, shopping, and dining options. 

Local tips: what to know before flying to Don Muang International Airport​

Don Muang International Airport​​ is modern and streamlined. Passengers can expect to pass through security after disembarking their aircraft in as little as 15 minutes when there are no queues. The domestic queue for security is typically longer than the international one.  Travelers from the West should be advised that social etiquette in Thailand is different than at home. Generally, public displays of intimacy are frowned upon. Travelers should not maintain excessive eye contact or stand too close to people when talking to them.  Passengers are advised to arrive at least 3 hours in advance of any returning flight.