Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 11 hours 35 minutes.
Bangkok's timezone is UTC+7, making Bangkok seven hours ahead of London.
Flights from LHR to BKK start at 11:50 — the earliest with Thai Airways International. The last service of the day is at 21:35 with EVA Air. Overall, there are 30 weekly London Heathrow Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flights.
Your LHR to BKK flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
EVA Air offers direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Bangkok — and maybe even more of Thailand if your schedule allows.
EVA Air has the highest passenger demand on this route.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate for LHR to BKK flights is Thai Airways International.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between LHR and BKK:
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How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight is Rs97,075. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs130,013. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book three months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from LHR to BKK.
The cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport is February. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
68.18% of flights that leave from London Heathrow Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To reach London Heathrow Airport from central London, it'll take about 55 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour.
Need a convenient hotel close to LHR? If you're boarding an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BKK if you have a late London Heathrow Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and venture far and wide through Bangkok and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Suvarnabhumi Airport around four weeks ahead.
Getting from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok
From Suvarnabhumi Airport, Bangkok is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Bangkok based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
December sees average temperatures of between 19ºC and 33ºC. Look for cheap tickets from LHR to BKK sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
Udon Thani is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be discovered after you've seen Bangkok. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
If you're ready to explore another side of Thailand, head for Chon Buri, about 64 kilometres south-east of Bangkok. Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall are highlights.