London to Bangkok (LGW–BKK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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LGW–BKK is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. British Airways and Norse Atlantic UK Ltd lead the route. The flight covers 5,947 miles in approximately 11h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA British Airways Also: IB | 3 | 777 | 11h50 | – | Oneworld | IB |
| Z0 Norse Atlantic UK Ltd | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Bangkok from London
| Metric | LGW→BKK | LHR→BKK |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from LGW | – | 25 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 6 | 28 |
| Flight time | 11h 50m | 11h 10m |
Travel Essentials
LGW: BST · BKK: +07
When it's 6:00 PM in London, it's 12:00 AM (next day) in Bangkok.
British passport holders enter Thailand visa-free for up to 60 days (extended from the previous 30-day allowance). No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. A single 30-day extension is available at any Thai immigration office for THB 1,900 (about $53), giving a total possible stay of 90 days.
You need proof of onward travel (airline ticket out of Thailand within 60 days). Immigration can ask for proof of sufficient funds: THB 20,000 (about $560) in cash or equivalent per person, or THB 40,000 per family. This is rarely checked but enforced sporadically, especially at land borders. For longer stays, apply for a 60-day Single Entry Tourist Visa at the Thai embassy in London for GBP 30, or a Multiple Entry Tourist Visa for GBP 150 (valid 6 months, 60 days per entry).
Direct flights from London Heathrow to Bangkok (BKK) run about 11 hours 30 minutes on Thai Airways and British Airways. The Thai baht (THB) trades at roughly 35.5 THB per $1. No vaccination requirements for UK arrivals, though hepatitis A and typhoid are recommended. Bangkok has two airports: Suvarnabhumi (BKK) handles most international flights, Don Mueang (DMK) handles budget carriers. Transfer between them takes 45 to 90 minutes by taxi or shuttle bus.
The Gatwick Express runs non-stop from London Victoria to the South Terminal in 30 minutes, with trains every 15 minutes (from £21.50 one-way; advance fares cheaper online). Thameslink trains from London Bridge, Blackfriars, City Thameslink, and Farringdon are slower (35–45 min) but significantly cheaper; often £10–13 on Oyster or contactless. Southern trains also serve the route.National coaches (National Express, Megabus) connect Gatwick to Victoria Coach Station for £6–15. Taxis from central London cost £70–100+ depending on traffic. Driving via M23 and A23 takes 35–60 minutes; multi-storey car parks are directly connected to both terminals by a 2-minute monorail shuttle.
Airport Rail Link runs to Phaya Thai in 30 minutes (฿45). Runs 6am to midnight. Connect to BTS Skytrain at Phaya Thai for onward travel to Sukhumvit, Silom, or Siam.Taxis from the arrivals level are metered; add the ฿50 airport surcharge and expressway tolls to the meter reading. Total to central Bangkok typically ฿300–450. Grab is reliable and avoids negotiation. Limousine services (฿800–1,500) are available from the arrival hall. Buses are cheap but slow given Bangkok's traffic.
Tropical monsoon climate. Hot season (March–May) reaches 38–40°C with high humidity. Wet season (May–October) brings daily heavy rains and occasional flooding. Thunderstorms cause flight delays regularly. Suvarnabhumi sits in a flood-prone area east of Bangkok. The 2011 floods came close to the airport perimeter.
Cool season (November–February) is the most comfortable for travel (25–32°C) with lower humidity and good flying weather. Haze from agricultural burning occasionally reduces visibility in March–April.
LGW–BKK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LGW to BKK
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) are connected by nonstop service from British Airways and Norse Atlantic UK Ltd. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
LGW to BKK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LGW to BKK is about 11 hours 50 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 5,947 miles (9,570 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 9 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Munich, London Heathrow and Charles de Gaulle. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include London (LHR).