Airports Near Sukhumvit
สุขุมวิท
Quick Overview
| Airport | Code | Distance | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suvarnabhumi Airport Nearest | BKK | 25 km | Recommended |
| Don Mueang International Airport | DMK | 30 km |
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Distance: 25 km from Sukhumvit
Getting to Sukhumvit
* Prices and schedules are based on traveler reports from Pantip and may change. Always confirm with service providers.
| Transport | Price | Duration | Convenience | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taxi | 220-300 THB | 30 min | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | Fastest option, especially from airports to Sukhumvit. Prices may vary depending on traffic and distance. Additional costs for highway tolls (approx. 120 THB). |
| Airport Rail Link (ARL) + BTS | 75-85 THB | 45 min | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | A combination of Airport Rail Link and BTS is a common option. Example: Suvarnabhumi to Phaya Thai (ARL) then BTS to various Sukhumvit stations. Cheaper than taxi but requires transfers. |
| Airport Bus (A1/A2) + BTS | 60-80 THB | 1 hr | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | Take Airport Bus A1 or A2 from Don Mueang to BTS Mo Chit, then continue by BTS. A1/A2 costs 30 THB. Cheaper but may take longer. |
| Airport Bus (A3) + Bus | 70 THB | 1 hr 10 min | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | From Don Mueang, take Airport Bus A3 to Big C Ratchadamri, then transfer to Bus 2 or 511 to Sukhumvit. This option is less direct and can be time-consuming. |
| Airport Bus (A4) + Bus | 50-70 THB | 1 hr | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | From Don Mueang, take Airport Bus A4 to BTS Ratchathewi, then transfer to bus 2, 2/3-1, 3-54, 511 to Sukhumvit 11. |
| Van | 20-50 THB | 1 hr | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | Some vans run directly from Suvarnabhumi to specific areas in Sukhumvit, such as On Nut. Check availability and destinations at the airport. May be crowded. |
| Bus (Public) | 8-20 THB | 1 hr 30 min | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | Several buses are available. It's an affordable way to travel, although it might be time-consuming and might need to transfer. |
Local Tips
Real advice from Thai travelers: These tips are collected from Pantip, Thailand's largest online community where locals share travel experiences.
For Suvarnabhumi to Sukhumvit 77 (On Nut), take the Airport Rail Link to Phaya Thai and then the BTS to On Nut for an easier journey.
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To save money from Suvarnabhumi to Sukhumvit 1, take the Airport Rail Link to Makkasan and then a taxi to Sukhumvit 1 to avoid traffic.
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Sukhumvit is a very long road, so specify the exact location within Sukhumvit when asking for directions.
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When taking a taxi from Don Mueang to Sukhumvit during rush hour (9 AM), expect heavy traffic.
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Be aware of taxi scams near Suvarnabhumi to Sukhumvit 39, the taxi will costs 990-1200 THB
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Taxis on Sukhumvit Soi 2,4 can not cross the median.
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Alternative Airports
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Distance: 30 km
Consider this airport if you find better flight deals or connections through Bangkok.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get from Don Mueang Airport to Sukhumvit 101/1?
Take Airport Bus A1 to BTS Mo Chit, then transfer to BTS and get off at Punnawithi or Udom Suk station. Sukhumvit 101/1 is in between these two stations.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Sukhumvit Soi 1?
Take a shuttle bus to the Public Transport Center (Bus Terminal) and then take bus No.552 from Suvarnabhumi Airport to On Nut BTS Station, then take BTS from Udom Suk BTS to Pleon Chit BTS station.
How do I get to Sukhumvit 11 from Don Muang Airport?
You can take the airport bus A1 A2 to Mochit and then take the BTS Mochit to Nana station.
What is the fastest way from Don Mueang Airport to Sukhumvit 101/1?
The quickest route is usually by taxi. Alternatively, you can take the A1 airport bus to BTS Mo Chit, then the BTS to Punnawithi station.