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Don Mueang Intl

Don Mueang Intl (VTBD/DMK) serves Bangkok, Thailand. This is a major international airport with 2 runways (03L/21R, 03R/21L). Field elevation is 9 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 3/4
Operations 0/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 1/2
Additional Info 8/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: VTBD
  • Name: Don Mueang Intl
  • Type: large_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 13.9126
  • Longitude: 100.607002
  • Elevation: 9 ft
  • Country: Thailand
  • Municipality: Bangkok
  • IATA Code: DMK
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: Asia/Bangkok
  • Distance from City: 21.6 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 03L/21R

  • Designation: 03L/21R
  • Dimensions: 12139 X 197
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 03R/21L

  • Designation: 03R/21L
  • Dimensions: 11483 X 148
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.100 MHz
  • Ground: 121.900 MHz
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: 126.400 MHz

Operation Hours

  • Open: N/A
  • Close: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: N/A
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: http://www2.airportthai.co.th/airportnew/bangkok/index.asp?lang=en
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: No PPR for scheduled flights. Military coordination may be required. GA/charter need CAAT permit.
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: Approx THB 50/ton MTOW for international
  • Parking Fee: THB 18/ton per 3h block
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: THB
  • Remarks: Bangkok's secondary airport; primarily low-cost carriers. Fees published by AOT. Lower fees than Suvarnabhumi.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Supplied by BAFS. Into-plane service at both terminals.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Full CIQ at Terminal 1 (international). APIS required. Visa on arrival available.

Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: No formal curfew; 24-hour operations permitted. Shared with Royal Thai Air Force. CAAT slot coordination required. Chapter 2 banned.

Alternates

VTBS

  • ICAO: VTBS
  • Name: Suvarnabhumi Intl
  • Distance (NM): 16.1
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Full CIQ at main terminal. APIS required for all international arrivals. Visa on arrival available for many nationalities.

VTBU

  • ICAO: VTBU
  • Name: U-Tapao Rayong Pattaya Intl
  • Distance (NM): 77.6
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Full CIQ at international airports. APIS recommended.

Airport Services

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Thailand Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 1d Landing: 5d
  • Overflight Permit: Yes
  • Landing Permit: Yes
  • Overflight Lead Time: 10 business days (private); 15 business days (charter); 3 days short-notice possible
  • Landing Lead Time: Private non-revenue: 10 business days official. Charter: 15 business days official. Short-notice: 3 business days at CAA discretion.
Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require CAAT notification and customs pre-clearance.

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at VTBD?
The tower frequency at Don Mueang Intl is 118.1 MHz.
What fuel is available at VTBD?
Don Mueang Intl offers Jet A-1.
Does VTBD require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Don Mueang Intl (Thailand).