Travelling from Bangkok to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): What you need to know
There are two main airports to jet off from in Bangkok. Check out your options departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) when reserving your flight from Bangkok to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
The average duration of a direct Bangkok to London Gatwick Airport flight is 13 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is seven hours behind Bangkok. London Gatwick Airport is located in London.
You can choose from 4 direct services every week between Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW). This is the most popular route, with Norse Atlantic UK offering a 12:30pm departure from BKK to LGW.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Bangkok to LGW. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
In peak travel periods, allow for extended wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Bangkok to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) take off from this terminal.
British Airways is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Bangkok to London Gatwick Airport taking off from BKK.
British Airways is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from BKK to LGW.
British Airways ranks as the leading on-time carrier on this route, with 96.3% of its services landing on schedule.
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Bangkok to LGW with a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between BKK and LGW include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Travelling from central Bangkok to BKK takes around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Suvarnabhumi Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Bangkok to London Gatwick Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to Suvarnabhumi Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.87% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Experience more along the way with a stopover on your flight from Bangkok to London Gatwick Airport. Check out these connections between Don Mueang International Airport and LGW:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport (CGO)
You can arrive at DMK from central Bangkok in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 27 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Bangkok to LGW flight, stay in one of these hotels near Don Mueang International Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 66.48%.
About London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Bangkok to London Gatwick Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near LGW:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and explore beyond London's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride around three weeks before your Bangkok to London Gatwick Airport flight.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport to central London is around 40 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Currently, R 2,676 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to London Gatwick Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 8,710. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from Bangkok to LGW, book your plane ticket seven months before your planned departure.
The best month for finding cheap Bangkok to London Gatwick Airport tickets is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Bangkok to LGW.
Uncover a great deal on a flight from Bangkok to London Gatwick Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Bangkok to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
February is the quietest month for flights from Bangkok to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), while August is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to London based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Bangkok to LGW plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Bangkok to London Gatwick Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
After booking your flight from Bangkok to London Gatwick Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring London:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben are top sights which should be on any good London itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen London. Around 193 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. Experience major highlights starting with Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge.