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Chiang Mai Airport
Airport Full Name:
Chiang Mai International Airport
Iata Code:
CNX
Location:
The airport is situated 2 miles (4km) from Chiang Mai.
Time Difference:
GMT +7.
Contacts:
Tel: 05 327 0222 33.
Terminal Information:
Transfer Information:
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.
Airport Taxis:
Airport 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.
Car Parking:
Airport Hotels:
Departure Tax:
None.
Website:
www2.airportthai.co.th
Don Mueang Airport
Airport Full Name:
Don Mueang Airport
Iata Code:
DMK
Location:
The airport is situated 15 miles (24km) north of Bangkok.
Time Difference:
GMT +7.
Contacts:
Tel: +66 (0)2 535 1254 or 1123.
Terminal Information:
Transfer Information:
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.
Car Rental:
Airport Taxis:
Airport Facilities:
Facilities include three banks, ATMs, bureaux de change, restaurants, supermarket, CIP lounge, medical facility, children's play area and a tourist information desk.
Car Parking:
Airport Hotels:
Departure Tax:
None.
Website:
www2.airportthai.co.th
New Bangkok International
Airport Full Name:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Iata Code:
BKK
Location:
The airport is situated 19 miles (30km) east of Bangkok.
Time Difference:
GMT +7.
Contacts:
Tel: +66 (0)2 132 1888 or +66 (0)2 132 3888.
Terminal Information:
Shuttle buses provide a free service between the main terminal and the transport centre, as well as connecting other airport facilities.
Transfer Information:
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.
Airport Taxis:
From the airport passengers can either catch a taxi from the departure terminal or ride a free shuttle to the Public Transportation Center and hire one from there. Travel time depends greatly on traffic but is at least 30 minutes and can be much more. An exit fee is expected to be paid by the passenger although this can be paid at the end of the ride. Passengers can request the driver use the expressway which will cost small additional fee. Rides will cost between US$7 to US$12.
Airport 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.
Car Parking:
Airport Hotels:
Departure Tax:
None.
Website:
www2.airportthai.co.th
Phuket Airport
Airport Full Name:
Phuket International Airport
Iata Code:
HKT
Location:
The airport is situated 20 miles (32km) northwest of Phuket.
Time Difference:
GMT +7.
Contacts:
Tel: +66 (0)76 327 2307.
Terminal Information:
Transfer Information:
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.
Airport Taxis:
Airport Facilities:
Facilities include bureaux de change, post office, duty-free shops, restaurant and snack bars and a tourist information desk.
Car Parking:
Airport Hotels:
Departure Tax:
None.
Website:
www2.airportthai.co.th
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