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Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Location: The airport is situated 19 miles (30km) east of Bangkok.Time: GMT +7.
Contacts: Tel: +66 (0)2 132 1888 or +66 (0)2 132 3888.
Transfer between terminals: Shuttle buses provide a free service between the main terminal and the transport centre, as well as connecting other airport facilities.
Transfer to the city: The free shuttle bus (Express route) transports passengers to the Transport Centre from where public buses, taxis and rental cars can be found. Taxis can also be found on Level 1 at Arrivals. Public buses run several routes from the Transport Centre to Bangkok, while the Airport Express provides air-conditioned coaches between the airport and first-class hotels in downtown Bangkok.
Car rental: Car rental companies are represented by local and international operators. The Car Rental service counter at Arrivals will make bookings, and the shuttle bus will transport customers to the Transport Centre to pick up rental cars.
Facilities: Currency exchange is available on Level 2 at Arrivals, and ATMs are located throughout the terminal building. Public telephones are widely available. A tourist information service is located in the Arrivals hall on Level 2, duty free shopping and a myriad of restaurants, wine bars and fast food outlets are also available.
Parking:
Airport hotels:
Departure Tax: None.
Website: www2.airportthai.co.th
Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Location: The airport is situated 2 miles (4km) from Chiang Mai.Time: GMT +7.
Contacts: Tel: 05 327 0222 33.
Transfer to the city: Taxis are available for travel to Chiang Mai, 100 Baht/15 minutes. A shared taxi will cost 40 Baht. Fares should be agreed in advance. The Airport does not allow public tricycle and pick-up cars to enter the airport area; those can be accessed outside the airport area. Many hotels arrange transport and public buses are only advised for serious budget travellers.
Car rental: Avis and Budget are represented at the airport, as well as some local car rental companies.
Facilities: Facilities include a bank, bureaux de change, ATMs, bars, restaurants, shops, a tourist desk on the first floor, first aid on the second floor and a left luggage office. There are limited facilities for disabled travellers; those with special needs should contact their airline in advance.
Parking:
Airport hotels:
Departure Tax: None.
Website: www2.airportthai.co.th
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Location: The airport is situated 20 miles (32km) northwest of Phuket.Time: GMT +7.
Contacts: Tel: +66 (0)76 327 2307.
Transfer to the city: Taxis are the most convenient way to Phuket, but fares should be agreed in advance. An Airport Bus also offers transfers to town. Many hotels also offer transport.
Car rental: Avis, Budget, Hertz and National are represented at the airport.
Facilities: Facilities include bureaux de change, post office, duty-free shops, restaurant and snack bars and a tourist information desk.
Parking:
Departure Tax: None.
Website: www2.airportthai.co.th
Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
Location: The airport is situated 15 miles (24km) north of Bangkok.Time: GMT +7.
Contacts: Tel: +66 (0)2 535 1254 or 1123.
Transfer to the city: Taxis are available from the stand in front of Arrivals. An airport surcharge of 50 Baht is added to the fare. Airport buses are available for 100 Baht and take you downtown. They leave from the platform in front of the Arrivals hall at Terminal 1 and from below 'Bus Stop Airport Bus' signs. Trains at Don Muang Railway Station (500 metres from the Arrivals hall) run from 6am to 8pm. The fare to Bangkok with an ordinary diesel train is 5 Baht. Public buses to Bangkok railway station and other main destinations in the city are also available.
Facilities: Facilities include three banks, ATMs, bureaux de change, restaurants, supermarket, CIP lounge, medical facility, children's play area and a tourist information desk.
Parking:
Departure Tax: None.
Website: www2.airportthai.co.th
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