Don Mueang International Airport

Don Mueang International Airport (IATA: DMK, ICAO: VTBD), also known as the Old Bangkok International Airport, serves as one of the two primary international airports for Greater Bangkok, alongside Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).

Established on 27 March 1914, Don Mueang holds the distinction of being one of the world's oldest international airports and Asia's oldest operational airport. Although initially commissioned as a Royal Thai Air Force base, commercial operations commenced in 1924, marking it as one of the earliest commercial airports globally. The inaugural commercial flight, an arrival by KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, symbolized the airport's entry into the international aviation arena.

Following the inauguration of Bangkok's new Suvarnabhumi Airportin 2006, Don Mueang underwent temporary closure before reopening on 24 March 2007 after extensive renovations. Since its reopening, the airport has evolved into a regional hub for commuter flights and the primary base for low-cost carriers. In 2015, it claimed the title of the world's largest low-cost carrier airport.

Don Mueang International Airport features two terminals: Terminal 1 caters to international flights, while Terminal 2 handles domestic operations. The addition of Terminal 2 has significantly bolstered the airport's capacity, enabling it to accommodate up to 30 million passengers annually.

The airport's strategic location and enhanced facilities have solidified its status as a crucial transportation hub, facilitating travel and commerce within the region and beyond. Don Mueang continues to play a pivotal role in Bangkok's aviation landscape, supporting the growth of both domestic and international air travel.

Currently, Don Mueang Airport is the main hub for Nok Air, Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Air, and Orient Thai Airlines.

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