Flying from Bangkok to London: what you need to know
Bangkok is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Bangkok to London flying out of Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
Land at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). You can also disembark at London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) in London.
Around 13 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Bangkok to London flight.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is seven hours behind Bangkok.
The most popular route for flights from Bangkok to London is from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Choose from 21 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BKK to LHR is the 00:15 Thai Airways International service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the latest available service is at 13:20 with Thai Airways International.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your Bangkok to London flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to London
Book two months before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Bangkok to London flights.
Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for landing a great bargain on plane tickets from Bangkok to London. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Flying from Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Begin your travels at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), which offers a range of direct flights from Bangkok to London. From BKK, you can fly seamlessly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
Choose from a variety of airlines that offer direct Bangkok to London plane tickets out of BKK. Claim your seat with one of these carriers:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing Bangkok to London flights departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Travelling from central Bangkok to BKK takes about 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Bangkok to London? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Suvarnabhumi Airport:
67.87% of flights taking off from Suvarnabhumi Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Split up your Bangkok to London flight with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Don Mueang International Airport and London include:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
You can reach DMK from the centre of Bangkok in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to travel the 21 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Bangkok to London? Check in to a hotel near Don Mueang International Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
66.48% of flights taking off from Don Mueang International Airport arrive according to schedule.
Arriving in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London takes about 55 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 1 hour.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Bangkok to London. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Pick up a London Heathrow Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are popular outlets you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is roughly 40 kilometres from central London. Once you've disembarked your flight from Bangkok to London, it takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 30 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near LGW. Kick back after your Bangkok to London flight at one of these well-located options:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and be off and running.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at LGW will help you stay within budget.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Stansted Airport (STN) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of London. It takes about 1 hour to reach the city centre by ride-share or cab once you've stepped off your flight from Bangkok to London.
Public transport will take you there in around 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, find a hotel close to STN. Check in to one of these stays after your Bangkok to London flight:
Take the guesswork out of the next leg of your journey with a Stansted Airport rental car. Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar will get you on the road.
Enjoy a payoff when you plan ahead. Book your ride from STN four weeks before your flight from Bangkok to London to access the best rates.
Best time to go to London
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Bangkok to London. July is the busiest month for a trip to London. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Lock in a Bangkok to London ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap flights from Bangkok to London around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about London
After booking your flight from Bangkok to London, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring London:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are must-do's during your London adventure.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be explored after you've seen London. Around 161 kilometres to the north-west, top sights here include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. No visit is complete without checking out Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.