Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Approximately 13 hours 35 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Bangkok.
The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7. The city is 7 hours ahead of London, where London Gatwick Airport is located.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from LGW to Bangkok.
Travelling during a popular month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bangkok are available for booking. Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is where you'll be landing.
Keep your eyes peeled for deals with British Airways. This carrier operates direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Bangkok.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from LGW to Bangkok. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
You will need an e-visa for Thailand if you have a passport from United Kingdom and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before you book your cheap ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Bangkok, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
Located around 80 kilometres from the centre of London, LGW can be reached in approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Bangkok? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to LGW:
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bangkok
238 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Bangkok. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 440 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from LGW to Bangkok, reserve your journey 6 months before the departure date.
Organise your trip for February. That's the cheapest month for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Bangkok. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Bangkok. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 35 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 6 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Bangkok, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near BKK:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is roughly 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. Once you've disembarked your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Bangkok, it'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour and 5 minutes.
You'll find some great places where you can make a pit stop near DMK. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from LGW to Bangkok at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Bangkok
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Bangkok while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Bangkok, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Book your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Bangkok for April to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 37ºC.
Look for cheap flights from LGW to Bangkok in December if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC on average.
More about Bangkok
Start your Bangkok trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Bangkok, browse our range of hotels including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew are must-do's during your Bangkok adventure.
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