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Living near Suvarnabhumi Airport station.

Bangkok's primary international airport and the eastern terminus of the Airport Rail Link — the fixed-rail entry point to the city for most arriving expats.

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By Kirby Scofield
Founder of BAANLYY · International real estate broker, investor & relocation specialist
Last updated 7 July 2026 · Last reviewed 7 July 2026
A1ARL station
฿12,000–฿26,0001-bed rent / month
Single lineARL
Bang Phli, Samut PrakanDistrict
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Suvarnabhumi Airport at a glance

Suvarnabhumi Airport (สุวรรณภูมิ, A1) is a station on the Airport Rail Link in Bang Phli, Samut Prakan, Bangkok. Bangkok's primary international airport and the eastern terminus of the Airport Rail Link — the fixed-rail entry point to the city for most arriving expats.

The ARL runs from the airport basement straight to Makkasan and Phaya Thai, where it meets the MRT and BTS for the rest of Bangkok.

Right around the station you'll find Suvarnabhumi International Airport, Airport Rail Link terminus, airport hotels. The pocket suits travellers, airport-proximity stays, aircrew.

Renting near Suvarnabhumi Airport sits in the value / outer-central band: a typical one-bedroom condo within walking distance runs roughly ฿12,000–฿26,000 a month, with rents easing the further you are from the station exit. These are indicative ranges, not quotes — always verify current asking prices on individual listings.

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Who Suvarnabhumi Airport suits

TravellersAirport-proximity staysAircrew

What's nearby

Suvarnabhumi International Airport · Airport Rail Link terminus · airport hotels

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Line & connections

Airport Rail Link (A1) — The express rail spur connecting Suvarnabhumi Airport to the city in about 30 minutes, interchanging with the BTS at Phaya Thai and the MRT at Makkasan/Phetchaburi. The fastest fixed-rail route between central Bangkok and the main international airport.

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Renting & living near Suvarnabhumi Airport

Indicative one-bedroom condo rents within walking distance run roughly ฿12,000฿26,000 a month (value / outer-central band). Ranges are indicative, not quotes — verify current asking prices on individual listings.

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FAQ

Suvarnabhumi Airport station — frequently asked questions

What line is Suvarnabhumi Airport station on?

Suvarnabhumi Airport (A1) is on the Airport Rail Link, operated by Asia Era One (SRT).

How much does it cost to rent near Suvarnabhumi Airport?

Indicative one-bedroom condo rents within walking distance of Suvarnabhumi Airport run roughly ฿12,000–฿26,000 per month (value / outer-central band). Studios sit below this and larger units above; ranges are indicative, so confirm on live listings.

Is Suvarnabhumi Airport a good place to live?

Suvarnabhumi Airport works well for travellers, airport-proximity stays, aircrew. Nearby draws include Suvarnabhumi International Airport, Airport Rail Link terminus, airport hotels, and being on the ARL keeps you car-free across much of the city.

What's near Suvarnabhumi Airport station?

Within walking distance: Suvarnabhumi International Airport, Airport Rail Link terminus, airport hotels. The ARL runs from the airport basement straight to Makkasan and Phaya Thai, where it meets the MRT and BTS for the rest of Bangkok.

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Sources & References

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