Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Phuket International Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. These are the popular stopovers between LGW and HKT:
Dubai Airport
Changi International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Remember, you may need a visa to enter Thailand. Visa requirements vary and travel documentation requirements change often. Before organising your cheap ticket from LGW to HKT, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Phuket International Airport is R 5,890. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 9,668. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from LGW to HKT, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Phuket International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from LGW to HKT. You don't need to check every day to find out if airfares have fallen. We'll notify you when the price changes.
Use filters to tailor your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Phuket International Airport. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Located around 80 kilometres from central London, London Gatwick Airport can be reached in about 1 hour and 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near LGW? If you're on an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Phuket International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Phuket International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near HKT instead:
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket International Airport to central Phuket is around 50 minutes in a car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour and 20 minutes.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Phuket International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Phuket. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Phuket is March, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Phuket International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LGW to HKT in January. Average temperatures are between 24ºC and 30ºC then.
More about Phuket
As soon as you've booked your flights from LGW to HKT, you'll need to find a place to stay in Phuket. Make one of these options your base for exploring this city:
Pum's Cooking School, Patong Beach and V.MarineTour- Phi Phi Islands Day Trip - Private Boat Charters are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Phuket to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Tourist Informatio Centre | Phuket Old Town.
Complete your Phuket trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Phuket International Airport — next on the list is finding a great stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Phuket.
