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Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport vs Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Detailed comparison of BKK and CDG on FlightLogic scores and passenger experience.
Verdict
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) scores higher overall at 8.5/10 versus Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) at 7.4/10.
1 main terminal + satellite concourses · 60M+ passengers/year
8.5/ 10
How good is Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport?
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) scores 8.5/10 (Excellent)
on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (8.3),
passenger experience (8.4), and facilities (8.8).
Lounge quality rates 8.8/10. See full airport guide →
In short
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) is rated 8.5/10 on FlightLogic with lounge score 8.8/10. Thai Airways Royal Silk lounges serve business class and Star Alliance Gold on long-haul departures. Most UK–Asia connections stay airside — allow 90+ minutes for intercontinental transfers. See /guides/bkk-airport-lounge-guide-2026.
FlightLogic Score8.5Excellent
On-time8.3Departure reliability
Experience8.4Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities8.8Food, shops, seating
Lounges8.8Lounge quality
Rating basisEditorialFlightLogic methodology
Score breakdown
Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.
On-Time Performance
8.3
Passenger Experience
8.4
Facilities & Comfort
8.8
Lounge score8.8/10
Highlights
Thai Airways Royal Silk and Royal Orchid lounges in the main terminal — among Southeast Asia's strongest full-service ground products
Efficient airside connections for Star Alliance and oneworld partners routing UK–Australia via Bangkok
Satellite concourses linked by automated train — most gates reachable within 15–25 minutes airside
FlightLogic lounge score 8.8/10 — competitive with Kuala Lumpur and Singapore for premium ground product
Overview
Thailand's primary international gateway — Thai Airways Royal Silk lounges, EVA and Star Alliance partners, and strong Southeast Asia connectivity for UK–Asia routings.
Thai Airways lounges and partner access
Royal Silk lounges in the main terminal serve Thai Airways business class and Star Alliance Gold members on international departures. Royal Orchid Spa offers massage treatments for premium passengers. EVA Air, Singapore Airlines, and other Star Alliance partners may use Thai lounges on qualifying itineraries.
Priority Pass and Plaza Premium lounges provide paid alternatives for economy passengers with lounge cards. Cathay Pacific and oneworld partners typically use their own contracted lounges or Thai Royal Silk on partner metal.
UK traveller notes
Bangkok is a common one-stop routing for UK–Australia, UK–Japan, and UK–Southeast Asia itineraries on Thai Airways, EVA, and Qantas codeshares. Immigration is required only if you leave the transit area.
Grab and Bolt operate from landside arrivals — allow 30–45 minutes from gate to city hotel during peak traffic. Pair with our BKK lounge guide for terminal navigation.
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) scores 7.4/10 (Very Good)
on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.2),
passenger experience (7.3), and facilities (7.8).
Lounge quality rates 8.2/10. See full airport guide →
In short
Paris CDG is rated 7.4/10 on FlightLogic with lounge score 8.2/10. Air France dominates Terminal 2 with extensive Business and La Première lounges. Schengen and non-Schengen transfers may require immigration — allow 90+ minutes for connections. UK261 does not apply; EU261 may apply on EU departures.
FlightLogic Score7.4Very Good
On-time7.2Departure reliability
Experience7.3Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities7.8Food, shops, seating
Lounges8.2Lounge quality
Rating basisEditorialFlightLogic methodology
Score breakdown
Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.
On-Time Performance
7.2
Passenger Experience
7.3
Facilities & Comfort
7.8
Lounge score8.2/10
Highlights
Terminal 2 is the main hub — sub-terminals 2E/2F for long-haul, 2G for Schengen regional
Air France La Première and Business lounges among Europe's largest airline clubs
CDGVAL automated train links T1, T2, and T3 landside — not all T2 sub-terminals connect airside
Common UK connection point for Africa, Indian Ocean, and French overseas territories
Overview
Air France and SkyTeam mega-hub — sprawling terminal 2 complex with strong premium lounges but connection walks can be long.
Terminal 2 and Air France lounges
Air France operates multiple lounges across Terminal 2E and 2F — the Business lounge near Hall L in 2E is the main long-haul hub. La Première has a private salon for first class passengers.
SkyTeam elite and business class passengers access AF lounges on qualifying itineraries. Priority Pass options exist but are limited compared to airline clubs.
FAQ
Which is better, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport or Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) scores higher overall at 8.5/10 versus Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) at 7.4/10.
Which has better lounges, BKK or CDG?
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) scores higher for lounges at 8.8/10, versus Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport at 8.2/10.
Which airport is more on-time, BKK or CDG?
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) has stronger on-time performance at 8.3/10 versus Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) at 7.2/10.
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