Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Phuket Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Phuket Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 12 hours 10 minutes.
Phuket's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Phuket seven hours ahead of London.
Give yourself enough time to make your LHR to HKT flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Virgin Atlantic offers direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Phuket Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Phuket — and maybe even more of Thailand if time allows.
Most passengers choose to fly with Virgin Atlantic on this route.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Phuket Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between LHR and HKT:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Zayed International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Phuket Airport (HKT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Phuket Airport flight is 302 €. A return fare is currently 448 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from LHR to HKT. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Phuket Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across every month and bag a great deal.
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Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Phuket Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
London Heathrow Airport is about 24 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Phuket Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to LHR:
Arriving at Phuket Airport (HKT)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a London Heathrow Airport to Phuket Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HKT instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Phuket Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from asap car rental, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and experience the lesser-explored corners of Phuket and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Phuket Airport about three weeks before your trip.
When to fly to Phuket Airport (HKT)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Phuket Airport is March, while January is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Phuket based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Phuket Airport for March if you want to visit Phuket during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LHR to HKT sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
See more of what Thailand has to offer with a visit to Surat Thani, located around 177 kilometres north-east of Phuket. From Ang Thong National Marine Park to other top attractions, you'll find plenty of things to put on your must-do list.
Searching for other great places to visit in Thailand? Set out 177 kilometres east of Phuket to Nakhon Si Thammarat. Hat Khanom - Mu Koh Thale Tai National Park is a highlight in the area.
