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Travelling from London to Bangkok: what you need to know
London has plenty of airports where you can start your journey. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Bangkok. Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are Bangkok's chief entry points.
Jump on a direct London to Bangkok flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 11 hours 40 minutes.
Bangkok's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Bangkok seven hours ahead of London.
The busiest route for flights from London to Bangkok is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). There are 21 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LHR to BKK is the 11:50 Thai Airways International option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the final departure is at 21:35 with EVA Air.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your London to Bangkok flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Bangkok
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Flying from London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can catch a direct flight from London to Bangkok jetting off from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Start your trip at LHR and come in for landing at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
Thai Airways International is a leading airline that offers direct London to Bangkok plane tickets leaving from LHR.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for London to Bangkok flights leaving from London Heathrow Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
LHR is around 26 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Searching for a handy hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from London to Bangkok, these stays will have you sleeping nice and close to your departure gate:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.18% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can catch a direct flight from London to Bangkok leaving from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Begin your travels at LGW and touch down at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
British Airways offers direct London to Bangkok plane tickets from LGW. Book your preferred aisle (or window) seat and reach your destination in a single stretch.
Break up your London to Bangkok flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Top stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and Bangkok include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 20 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not spend an extra night away from home? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to Bangkok:
69% of all departures from London Gatwick Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Booking a ticket from London to Bangkok with a stop or two can give you more choice of departure times along with better fares. When flying from Stansted Airport (STN), here are a few places you can make a pit stop at on the way to Bangkok:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
From central London, STN is around 48 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour to arrive by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Make taking an early London to Bangkok flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Stansted Airport and get to the check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights arrive as expected. At STN, that figure is 64.73%.
Arriving in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The distance from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is approximately 29 kilometres. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to BKK if you have a late flight from London to Bangkok. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car and explore Bangkok and beyond with your own wheels. Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is about 21 kilometres from the centre of Bangkok. After your flight from London to Bangkok, it'll take you approximately 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near DMK. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from London to Bangkok:
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Don Mueang International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare availability and rates from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at DMK will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Bangkok
April is the quietest month for flights from London to Bangkok, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Bangkok based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your London to Bangkok tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. April is the warmest month in Bangkok, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 37ºC.
Search for cheap flights 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
Once you've booked your flight from London to Bangkok, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bangkok:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew are highlights which should feature on any good Bangkok itinerary.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Thailand just waiting to be discovered. About 467 kilometres north-east of Bangkok, a visit to Udon Thani will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
Chon Buri is another standout destination in Thailand and is around 64 kilometres south-east of Bangkok. No trip is complete without visiting Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall.
