Flying from London to Bangkok: what you need to know
London has plenty of airports to leave from. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Bangkok. Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the other main bases in the city.
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are Bangkok's primary hubs.
The average time for a direct flight from London to Bangkok is 11 hours 46 minutes. Bangkok's timezone is UTC+7, making Bangkok 7 hours ahead of London.
With 30 flights a week between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is the most popular route. Hop on the earliest flight from London to Bangkok with Thai Airways International at 11:50. If you're keen to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest flight from LHR to BKK is with Thai Airways International at 21:35.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from London to Bangkok.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You'll need an e-visa for Thailand if you hold a passport from United Kingdom and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before you book your cheap flights from London to Bangkok, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most recent updates.
Flying from London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you're after a direct flight from London to Bangkok, you can depart from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Fly from LHR to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) without any stops.
You'll find a direct flight from London to Bangkok with Thai Airways International. This well-known airline offers services from LHR.
We make it a breeze to find a flight from London to Bangkok with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from London Heathrow Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
LHR is around 31 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 57 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 1 minute.
Have an early flight from London to Bangkok? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near London Heathrow Airport:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Consider booking your direct flight from London to Bangkok departing London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Connections from LGW will get you to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
British Airways offers direct flights from London to Bangkok departing from LGW. Book your favourite aisle seat and get to your destination in a single stretch.
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from London to Bangkok. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, here's where you can stop between London Heathrow Airport and Bangkok:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
You can reach LGW from central London in about 1 hour and 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from London to Bangkok, unwind in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
Arriving in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is roughly 32 kilometres. It'll take you about 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 6 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to Bangkok. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Central Bangkok is around 27 kilometres from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). As soon as your flight from London to Bangkok has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 30 minutes.
You can also travel by public transport, which typically takes 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near DMK. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from London to Bangkok:
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Bangkok
Rs72,668 is the best price for a one-way ticket from London to Bangkok. A return flight starts from Rs104,966. These fares may change based on availability.
Book 6 months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from London to Bangkok.
February is the cheapest month for flight tickets from London to Bangkok. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Best time to go to Bangkok
April is the quietest month for flights from London to Bangkok, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Bangkok based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from London to Bangkok in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from London to Bangkok in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC on average.
More about Bangkok
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Bangkok right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from London to Bangkok:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Bangkok itinerary.
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