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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London to Bangkok? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London to Bangkok

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London to Bangkok flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from London to Bangkok

Alternative London to Bangkok routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from London to Bangkok? You could fly into the following airports instead.

London to Bangkok: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 4,738
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time11 hrs, 39 mins
Most popular airlineThai Airways
Average flights per week64

Finding cheap flights from London to Bangkok: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Bangkok: Don Mueang and Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.
The best price we found for a return flight from London to Bangkok is R 7,226. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
11 hours and 39 minutes is the average flight time from London to Bangkok.
Thai Airways, Air Canada and EVA Air fly direct from London to Bangkok.
As of April 2025, there are 64 flights per week flying from London to Bangkok.
The cheapest month to fly from London to Bangkok is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from London, the cheapest airport near Bangkok is Bangkok Suvarnabhumi – which is 28.5 km away from the centre of Bangkok. We've found flights into this airport from R 7,226.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from London to Bangkok on Sunday, 27 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 39 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Bangkok but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Bangkok is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 31°C. April is typically the warmest month in Bangkok, when it usually averages around 35°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is November, with temperatures averaging 22°C. The rainiest month is September.
The cheapest airline that flies to Bangkok is easyJet. And the cheapest airline that flies to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport is Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).

Flying from London to Bangkok: what you need to know

  • London has plenty of airports where you can begin your trip. Explore 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 other main bases in the city.

  • When it comes to landing in Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are the primary gateways.

  • Around 11 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct London to Bangkok flight.

  • Bangkok is seven hours ahead of London and observes the UTC+7 timezone.

  • With 21 weekly flights between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is the most popular route. Board the earliest flight from London to Bangkok with Thai Airways International at 11:50. If you'd like to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest departure from LHR to BKK is with EVA Air at 21:35.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your London to Bangkok flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • 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 high season in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from London to Bangkok

  • Book 11 months before you travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap London to Bangkok flights.

  • February is the best month for nabbing an amazing deal on a plane ticket from London to Bangkok. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

  • There's no need to search every day to see if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll tell you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from London to Bangkok.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' London to Bangkok flights.

Flying from London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • If you're searching for a direct flight from London to Bangkok, you can leave from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Get from LHR to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) in one seamless journey.

  • Thai Airways International is a leading airline that offers direct London to Bangkok plane tickets leaving from LHR.

  • We make it a cinch to find a London to Bangkok flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from London Heathrow Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:

    • Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

  • Located around 26 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour.

  • Have an early flight from London to Bangkok? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to London Heathrow Airport:

  • Of all flights leaving London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% land on time at their destination.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • You can book a direct flight from London to Bangkok out of London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Nonstop services from LGW will take you to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).

  • Book a direct London to Bangkok plane ticket with British Airways. This is one of the top airlines that operates this route out of LGW.

  • Split up your London to Bangkok flight with a stop so you can freshen up or tick another place off your list. Some great stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and Bangkok are:

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

    • Copenhagen Airport (CPH)

    • Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)

  • LGW is about 40 kilometres from central London. It'll take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.

  • It's your holiday, so why not spend an extra night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to Bangkok:

  • 69.26% of flights leaving London Gatwick Airport arrive according to schedule.

Stansted Airport (STN)

  • You can reserve a ticket from London to Bangkok with one or more stops departing from Stansted Airport (STN). Here are some of the most popular stopovers between STN and Bangkok:

    • Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • The trip to STN from central London is around 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 48 kilometres or so.

  • Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay near Stansted Airport and know you'll make it to your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early London to Bangkok flight:

  • The on-time performance record of STN is 64.73%. To put it simply, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive within the expected time frame.

Arriving in Bangkok

Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)

  • Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.

  • It typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from London to Bangkok, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near BKK:

  • Hit the road running by picking up a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bangkok and beyond.

  • Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.

Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)

  • The centre of Bangkok is about 21 kilometres from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). As soon as your flight from London to Bangkok has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 30 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near DMK. Settle in and get cosy after your London to Bangkok flight at one of these perfectly located options:

  • No need to worry about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Pick up a Don Mueang International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare rates and availability from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz.

  • Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from DMK three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.

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 (79ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).

  • 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 (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF) on average.

More about Bangkok

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.

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