Don Mueang International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
DMK
ICAO Code
VTBD
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
International

Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is one of Bangkok’s two main airports and is a major base for low‑cost carriers serving domestic and regional routes. The airport is north of central Bangkok and handles a high volume of short‑haul and budget flights.

Don Mueang International Airport
Elevation: 2 m
13.9126, 100.6070

Terminal Guide for Don Mueang International Airport #

Don Mueang has two passenger terminals: Terminal 1 (primarily international) and Terminal 2 (primarily domestic/low‑cost). Each terminal has its own check‑in and arrival areas; security and passport control operate separately. Basic facilities (shops, cafés, car rental) are available in both terminals. A free or low‑cost shuttle service and taxis connect the terminals and local transport points.

Getting to and From Don Mueang International Airport #

Don Mueang is about 20-30 km from central Bangkok; travel time is typically 30-60 minutes depending on traffic.

  • Public bus / Airport buses (A1, A2 etc.): Regular services connect Don Mueang with Mo Chit BTS/MRT and other city points; fares are low (around 30-60 THB).
  • Rail: Don Mueang Railway Station is adjacent to the airport for some regional services; check timetables for connections.
  • Taxis: Readily available outside arrivals; journey to downtown ~30-60 minutes, fares variable plus highway tolls.
  • Ride‑share (Grab/Didi): Widely used in Bangkok; pickups at DMK are common but follow local pickup directions.
  • Driving: Airport sits on Vibhavadi Rangsit Road with straightforward road access to central Bangkok.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Don Mueang International Airport #

Both terminals offer a range of food outlets (fast‑food and sit‑down), convenience stores and small duty‑free areas for international departures. There are airline lounges and pay‑per‑use options in the international terminal. Free Wi‑Fi is available (may require registration); charging points and accessible facilities are provided. Basic shower facilities and transit hotels are available near the airport area (check with airlines/hotels).

Tips for Don Mueang International Airport #

  • Use the A1 public bus from Don Mueang to Mo Chit (BTS/MRT interchange) for the cheapest route into central Bangkok.
  • Terminals 1 and 2 are separate: allow 30-60 minutes to transfer between them during busy periods.
  • Taxis and Grab operate widely; always use the official taxi queue and ask drivers to turn on the meter.

Weather & Climate near Don Mueang International Airport #

Climate

Don Mueang International Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 20°C to 35°C. Abundant rainfall (1177 mm/year), wettest in September with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 84 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JanuaryDecemberFebruary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
43°
Warmest Month
10°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 21°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
21° 32°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

8 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.3h daylight

February

February is hot, feeling like 29°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

87 Excellent

Comfort

29°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
23° 33°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
11.6h daylight

March

March is hot, feeling like 32°C. Light rainfall.

83 Excellent

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
24° 34°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

29 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

April

April is the hottest month, feeling like 35°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

35°
Feels Like Hot
30°C
Temperature
26° 35°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

May

May is hot, feeling like 36°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (147 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

36°
Feels Like Hot
30°C
Temperature
25° 34°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

147 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.6h daylight

June

June is hot, feeling like 36°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (126 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

36°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
25° 33°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

126 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.8h daylight

July

July is hot, feeling like 35°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (124 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

35°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
25° 33°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

124 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.7h daylight

August

August is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (152 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

34°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
25° 33°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

152 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.4h daylight

September

September is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (265 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

34°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 32°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

265 mm
Rainfall
1.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

October

October is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (209 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 32°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

209 mm
Rainfall
1.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.7h daylight

November

November is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
23° 32°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.4h daylight

December

December is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 5 mm.

93 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
20° 32°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.2h daylight

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