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.
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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. See Airport Lounges in the guide below for locations and rates.
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.
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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. For more information on Europe’s Schengen Area, click here.
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.
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:
- 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. » Check Rates
- 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. » Check Rates
For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels near Don Mueang 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 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!
International Terminal
- Coral Executive Lounge (Terminal 1) – Location: Terminal 1, International Departures, Airside, 2nd Floor. Lounge Access: Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs.
- Miracle Lounge (Terminal 1) – Location: Multiple locations in Terminal 1, International Departures, 3rd Floor. Lounge Access: Lounge membership programs.
Domestic Terminal
- Coral Executive Lounge (Terminal 2) – Location: Terminal 2, Domestic Departures, Airside, 3rd Floor. Lounge Access: Prepaid lounge pass • Lounge membership programs.
- Miracle Co-Working Space – Location: Terminal 2, Landside, 4th Floor. Lounge Access: Lounge membership programs.
- Miracle Lounge (Terminal 2) – Location: Terminal 2, Airside, Domestic Departures, 3rd Floor. Showers are available. Lounge Access: Lounge membership programs.
Related Pages: Bangkok Don Mueang Airport Lounges
Drinking Water
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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. Burger King and Dairy Queen offer shops in both terminals; Starbucks, Cafe Ritazza and more are also available. 7/Eleven also has seven locations at the airport for any last-minute snack and drink needs.
Luggage Storage & Lockers
Luggage can be stored in the airport’s luggage storage facility for up to four months. A reader tells us the rates are 100 Baht per bag if stored for less than 24 hours. Location: Terminal 1 (near Gate 9) and 2, landside, 1st Floor.
Mobile Charging
If you are looking for a place to charge your mobile devices in the public area of the terminal, a helpful reader tells us there is one charging point behind check-in desk # 9 (at the start of the walkway between domestic and international) and another charging point behind check-in desk # 8 (at the other side of the walkway). The reader says, “Each charging point has 6 standard Thai plug sockets and 12 USB ports for charging; however, there are no locks or safes, so you have to stand and charge. Potentially, there are more of these, but these were the only ones I saw as they were next to my check-in desk.” We don’t have any detailed info about airside mobile charging, but would imagine there are a few places, if it is available in the public zone.
Showers
Freshen up (and loosen those stiff muscles) with a shower before your flight. Locations: Sleep Box Hotel (Terminal 2, Floor 4. Rate: 300 Baht) and the Miracle Lounge (Terminal 2, Domestic Departures).
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 reviewer says that the two-hour free WiFi can be renewed every two hours by entering different details at registration 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
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: Landside and Airside in both Terminal 1 and 2.
Banking Services – Bangkok Bank • Kasikorn Bank (Kbank) • Krungthai Bank • Government Savings Bank offer full-service banking at the airport. Locations: The branches of these banks are available in Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, except Government Savings Bank, which only has a location in Terminal 2. Hours vary for each bank and location, but most banks are open from at least 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM (Mon-Fri).
Children’s Play Areas – When you want to ensure your kids burn off all their energy before their flight, take them to the children’s play area. Locations: Airside, Domestic Departures, FL3 and International Departures, FL3.
Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-free shopping is available. Location: International Terminal 1, Departures, 1st Floor. Hours: most are open 24 hours. Additionally, a wide range of retail shops are located in both terminals, landside and airside.
Currency Exchange – At the time of this update, six companies offer currency exchange in Terminal 1. You can find currency exchange kiosks in these locations: 3rd Floor hallway outbound (north and south side) • Tier 3 International Arrivals (airside) • Tier 1 Arrivals Halls (landside and airside).
Information Desk – If you have any questions, there are several information desks available to provide assistance. Locations: Terminal 1, Arrivals and Departures • Terminal 2, Arrivals and Departures.
Luggage Wrapping – Wrap your luggage for safe travels. Location: Terminal 1, Landside, 3rd floor • Terminal 2, Landside, 3rd Floor. Rates: 150 baht.
Medical Services – The fully-staffed Medical Clinics offer urgent and emergency medical care. Locations: Terminal 1, 1st Floor, North • Terminal 2, Landside, Arrivals Hall, 1st Floor. Hours: both locations are open 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. There is also a Medical Center by Samitivej Hospital located on Terminal 1, 3rd Floor and Terminal 2, opposite the Public Relations Counter. The hours for this medical center are unknown.
Nursing Room and Diaper Changing area – Both are available in Terminals 1 and 2.
Observation Deck – Relax and watch planes taking off and landing from the vantage point of the airport’s observation deck. Location: Terminal 1, take the escalator to the 4th Floor, follow signs to the Silom Village Restaurant, and you will see the signs to enter the Observation Deck.
Pharmacy – There are four drugstores/pharmacies available at the airport. Locations: Terminal 1, Airside (Hours: 24 hours) • Terminal 2, 2nd Floor, Gates 15, Terminal 2, Airside (Hours: 4:30 AM – 9:30 PM) • Terminal 2, 2nd Floor (Hours: 4:30 AM – 9:30 PM).
Post Office – Postage, money orders, a public phone for international calls, and a variety of other services are available. Location: North of Terminal 1, on the 4th floor of the Departures lounge. Hours: 24 hours2, Landside, 3rd Floor. Hours: Daily from 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM.
Prayer Rooms – A Muslim prayer room is located in Terminal 2, 3rd Floor, near the connecting walkway to Terminal 1. Hours: unknown. The Sanghas and Samaneras Lounges (Terminal 2, 3rd Floor) are made available specifically for monks.
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Smoking Zones – Six smoking areas are available: Arrivals Zone 3, Pier 2, Domestic Arrivals, Gate 15, Departure Zone 3 = Pier 2 ( A ), North Gate 14, Bus Departures Gate.
Spa Services – Visit Express Spa Body and Massage for a relaxing pre-flight massage. Location: International Terminal 1, 3rd Floor, Pier 2. Hours: 24 hours. The airport also offers five Massage Shops, service from 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM. Locations: Both terminals, Airside.
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.
Hotel Shuttles
At the time of this update, we could not find any hotels providing airport shuttle service. See also 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: 2024-08-26
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