Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 12 hours 55 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Bangkok.
Bangkok is seven hours ahead of London, where London Heathrow Airport is located. Bangkok runs on the UTC+7 timezone.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) is the most popular route, with 21 weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from LHR to BKK is with EVA Air at 21:35. Choose the first departure operated by Thai Airways International at 11:50 if you want to fly out earlier.
For a relaxed start to your LHR to Bangkok flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Start your journey at LHR and travel straight to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK). That will be your arrival point when searching for London Heathrow Airport to Bangkok tickets.
Get on board with Thai Airways International. This popular airline operates direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Bangkok.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from LHR to Bangkok with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Located around 26 kilometres from the centre of London, LHR can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Bangkok? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near LHR:
Of the flights that depart from London Heathrow Airport, 78% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Bangkok
The best price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Bangkok flight is R 5,667. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 8,180. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book nine months before flying. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from LHR to Bangkok.
The best month for finding cheap London Heathrow Airport to Bangkok tickets is February. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from LHR to Bangkok.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Bangkok by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) to the centre of Bangkok takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 31 kilometres away.
It takes around 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near BKK if you have a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to Bangkok. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from LHR to Bangkok.
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is about 24 kilometres from central Bangkok. Once you've hopped off your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Bangkok, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to DMK. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your LHR to Bangkok flight:
Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from DMK three weeks in advance often means more savings and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bangkok
May is the quietest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Bangkok, while February is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Bangkok based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a London Heathrow Airport to Bangkok plane ticket with a departure in April if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LHR to Bangkok in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF) on average.
More about Bangkok
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Bangkok right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Bangkok:
Wat Phra Kaew and Grand Palace are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Bangkok to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Songkran Festival Silom.
Explore more of Thailand
Udon Thani is just one of the many places in Thailand waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Bangkok. Around 467 kilometres away to the northeast, top sights here include Thai-Chinese Cultural Centre, Wat Pho Chai and Wat Burapa Wanaram.
Around 225 kilometres northeast of Bangkok, Nakhon Ratchasima is another favourite stop in Thailand. No visit is complete without checking out Night Safari Korat, Wat Chai Mongkol and Wat Na Pha That.