Cheap Flights from London (LOND) to Phuket (HKT)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London to Phuket Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £395. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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

Direct flights from London to Phuket

London to Phuket: Alternative routes

Compare routes from London to Phuket below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Phuket.

London to Phuket: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£344
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time12 hrs, 11 mins
Most popular airlineVirgin Atlantic
Average flights per week7

Finding cheap flights from London to Phuket: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London to Phuket is £344. 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.
12 hours and 10 minutes is the average flight time from London to Phuket.
Virgin Atlantic and TUI fly direct from London to Phuket.
As of March 2026, there are 7 flights per week flying from London to Phuket.
The cheapest month to fly from London to Phuket is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from London to Phuket Airport on Thursday, 16 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 10 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 Phuket 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 Phuket is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from London to Phuket International Airport (HKT): What you need to know

  • London has numerous airports where you can begin your trip. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Phuket International Airport (HKT). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.

  • Phuket International Airport is located in Phuket. The city is in the UTC+7 timezone and is seven hours ahead of London.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to HKT. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

  • Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

Airports in London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from London to HKT that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between LHR and HKT include:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)

    • Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

  • LHR is around 31 kms (19 miles) from central London. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.

  • Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from London to Phuket International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

  • 68.18% of flights departing from London Heathrow Airport make it to their destination on time.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from London to Phuket International Airport. Check out these connections between London Gatwick Airport and HKT:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Changi International Airport (SIN)

  • LGW is around 80 kms (50 miles) from central London. It takes 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before your London to HKT flight? Unwind in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:

  • London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance rate of 69.26%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on time.

Stansted Airport (STN)

  • When booking your plane ticket from London to Phuket International Airport (HKT) out of Stansted Airport (STN), you can choose from a few stopover options. Make a pit stop at Dubai Airport (DXB), one of the busiest connection points on this route.

  • The trip to STN from the centre of London is around 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 64 kms (40 miles) or so.

  • Sleep a little longer and still make your London to Phuket International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Stansted Airport make departure day a breeze if you're setting off early:

  • The on-time performance rating of STN is 64.73%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive at their destination as planned.

About Phuket International Airport (HKT)

  • Consider booking a hotel near HKT if you have a late flight from London to Phuket International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Pick up a Phuket International Airport rental car and explore Phuket and beyond with your own wheels. Asap car hire, Hertz and Chic Car Rent are well-known companies you can book with here.

  • For the best deal, book your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your London to Phuket International Airport flight.

Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket

  • Phuket International Airport is roughly 17 miles from central Phuket. How long it takes to get there by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.

  • It typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes if you're using public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from London to Phuket International Airport (HKT)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Phuket International Airport is £213. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £344. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from London to HKT. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest London to Phuket International Airport tickets across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

  • Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from London to HKT is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from London to Phuket International Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.

The best time to fly from London to Phuket International Airport (HKT)

  • April is the quietest month for flights from London to Phuket International Airport (HKT), while July is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Phuket based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

  • Before locking in your London to HKT plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. March is the warmest month in Phuket, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from London to Phuket International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

More about Phuket

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Phuket right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from London to Phuket International Airport:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. V.MarineTour- Phi Phi Islands Day Trip - Private Boat Charters, Sunrise Beach and Paradise Beach are top sights which should feature on any good Phuket itinerary.

Explore more of Thailand

  • You've visited Phuket, now it's time to explore other corners of Thailand. Travel about 161 kms (100 miles) north-east to Surat Thani to tick off its top sights. From Masjid Jamek to Wat Tha Sai and Wat Nikon Prasart, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Around 193 kms (120 miles) east of Phuket, Nakhon Si Thammarat is another essential stop in Thailand. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Wat Phra Phrom, Wat Pho Sadet and Wat Yai Chai Mongkol.

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