What fuel is available at VTBS?

Suvarnabhumi Intl offers Jet A-1.

Does VTBS require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Suvarnabhumi Intl (Thailand).

Where is VTBS located?

Suvarnabhumi Intl (VTBS) is located in Bangkok, Thailand.

What is the IATA code for VTBS?

The IATA code for Suvarnabhumi Intl is BKK.

How long is the runway at VTBS?

The main runway at Suvarnabhumi Intl (01L/19R) measures 12139 X 197.

Does VTBS have an ILS approach?

Yes, Suvarnabhumi Intl has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runways 01L/19R, 01R/19L.

Is VTBS a port of entry?

Yes, Suvarnabhumi Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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Suvarnabhumi Intl (VTBS/BKK) — Bangkok, Thailand

Suvarnabhumi Intl (VTBS/BKK) serves Bangkok, Thailand. This is a major international airport with 2 runways (01L/19R, 01R/19L). Field elevation is 5 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Section Breakdown

Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 1/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 8/10

Observed Activity · Jul 23

386 aircraft observed within 6 NM · 358 on the ground · busiest hour 10:00Z

2026-07-182026-07-23

Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals

Data last updated: 2026-04-02

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: VTBS
Name: Suvarnabhumi Intl
Type: large_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 13.6811
Longitude: 100.747002
Elevation: 5 ft
Country: Thailand
Municipality: Bangkok
IATA Code: BKK
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Asia/Bangkok
Distance from City: 28.5 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 01L/19R

Designation: 01L/19R
Dimensions: 12139 X 197
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIA, RNAV (GPS), RNAV (RNP)
Remarks: N/A

Runway 01R/19L

Designation: 01R/19L
Dimensions: 13123 X 197
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIA, RNAV (GPS), RNAV (RNP)
Remarks: N/A

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Frequencies

Tower: N/A
Ground: N/A
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 127.800 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday N/A

Tuesday N/A

Wednesday N/A

Thursday N/A

Friday N/A

Saturday N/A

Sunday 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: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: No PPR for scheduled flights. GA/charter require CAAT overflight/landing permit and AOT coordination.
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: Calculated by MTOW; approx THB 55/ton for international
Parking Fee: THB 20/ton per 3h block; first 3h free for turnarounds
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: THB
Remarks: Bangkok's primary international airport. Fees published by AOT (Airports of Thailand). Passenger service charge (PSC) collected separately.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Supplied by Thai Aviation Refuelling Co. (TARCO) or Bangkok Aviation Fuel Services (BAFS). Into-plane service at all concourses.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Full CIQ at main terminal. APIS required for all international arrivals. Visa on arrival available for many nationalities.

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
Remarks: No curfew; 24-hour operations. CAAT (Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand) slot coordination. Chapter 2 banned. Noise monitoring in place.

Alternates

VTBD

ICAO: VTBD
Name: Don Mueang Intl
Distance (NM): 16.1
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Full CIQ at Terminal 1 (international). APIS required. Visa on arrival available.

VTBU

ICAO: VTBU
Name: U-Tapao Rayong Pattaya Intl
Distance (NM): 62.0
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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Active NOTAMs

A2327/26 info

Aerodrome restriction

TRIGGER NOTAM-PERM AIRAC AIP AMDT 08/26 WEF 06 AUG 2026. AD 2-VTBS-1 AD 2.4 HANDLING SER AND FAC AD 2.20 LCA AD REGULATIONS

2026-08-06 00:00:00 2026-08-19 23:59:00

A2778/26 info

Runway closed

RWY 01/19 CLSD DUE TO WIP

2026-07-25 20:30:00 2026-07-26 23:00:00

A2777/26 warning

Runway closed

RWY 02R/20L CLSD DUE TO WIP

2026-07-24 19:00:00 2026-07-24 23:15:00

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Nearby Airports

VTBD Don Mueang Intl 16 NM VTBT Bang Phra Airport 30 NM VTBI Khao E To Airport 44 NM VTBF Pattaya Airpark 52 NM VTBK Kamphaeng Saen Airport 55 NM VTPR Photharam Airport 59 NM VTBU U-Tapao Rayong Pattaya Intl 62 NM VTBL Khok Kathiam Airport 72 NM

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What fuel is available at VTBS?: Suvarnabhumi Intl offers Jet A-1.
Does VTBS require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Suvarnabhumi Intl (Thailand).
Where is VTBS located?: Suvarnabhumi Intl (VTBS) is located in Bangkok, Thailand.
What is the IATA code for VTBS?: The IATA code for Suvarnabhumi Intl is BKK.
How long is the runway at VTBS?: The main runway at Suvarnabhumi Intl (01L/19R) measures 12139 X 197.
Does VTBS have an ILS approach?: Yes, Suvarnabhumi Intl has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runways 01L/19R, 01R/19L.
Is VTBS a port of entry?: Yes, Suvarnabhumi Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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