What to know about flights from London to Phuket?

The distance between London and Phuket is approximately 9,879.61km. The average flight time between London and Phuket is 12 hours 15 minutes. According to Trip.com data, travel demand is highest in July. August is generally the cheapest month to book.

Cheapest one-way
£272
Air China Air China LON-HKT 19h 25m · 1 stop Mon, Dec 7
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Cheapest return
£359
Air China Air China LON-HKT 34h 35m · 2 stops Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13
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Best time to book
September
Cheapest
July
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Route details
9,879.61km
Flight distance
12h 15m
Average flight time

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from London to Phuket over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from £272 and round-trip from £359. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Which airlines are the most popular for London to Phuket flights?

The most popular airlines flying from London to Phuket are Etihad Airways, Air China, and Qatar Airways, among 20 carriers on this route. Air China offers the lowest fares. Based on Trip.com's flight booking data from the previous 12 months.
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Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from London to Phuket according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Trip.com Price Insights on London to Phuket Flights

What is the cheapest month to book a one-way flight from London to Phuket?

Average price of one-way tickets from London to Phuket booked on Trip.com over the past 12 months.

For a one-way flight from London to Phuket, fares are lowest in September (£363) and highest in December (£688).

£688
£526
£363
£201
    Cheapest
  • £593
    Oct
  • £450
    Nov
  • £688
    Dec
  • £398
    Jan
  • £439
    Feb
  • £573
    Mar
  • £464
    Apr
  • £435
    May
  • £423
    Jun
  • £626
    Jul
  • £460
    Aug
  • £363
    Sep

What is the cheapest month to book a return flight from London to Phuket?

Average price of return tickets from London to Phuket booked on Trip.com over the past 12 months.

For a return flight from London to Phuket, fares are lowest in September (£584) and highest in December (£1,036).

£1,036
£810
£584
£358
    Cheapest
  • £713
    Oct
  • £637
    Nov
  • £1,036
    Dec
  • £631
    Jan
  • £712
    Feb
  • £732
    Mar
  • £658
    Apr
  • £598
    May
  • £613
    Jun
  • £830
    Jul
  • £802
    Aug
  • £584
    Sep

Flight FAQs

  • Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from London to Phuket?

    Based on Trip.com data, Air China offers Cheapest nonstop one-way flights from £272 (for example, LGW–HKT on Mon, Dec 7). For a Cheapest nonstop return flight, Air China offers fares from £359, departing on Fri, Nov 6 and returning on Fri, Nov 13.
  • At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from London to Phuket with the following airlines, including: Norse Atlantic Airways Virgin Atlantic Air Arabia TUI Airways Limited easyJet Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • A flight from London (LON) to Phuket (HKT) takes an average of 12 hours 15 minutes.
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from London to Phuket is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • Here are some tips for finding the best flight deals from London to Phuket on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates. The cheapest flight is currently on Mon, Dec 7, with one-way fares from just £272.
    · Compare airlines. Norse Atlantic Airways currently offers the lowest fares on this route.
    · Set up a price alert to track fare changes without searching every day.
    · Check Trip.com regularly for flight deals and available promo codes.
    · Avoid peak season or book early. July is generally the busiest month for travel to Phuket.
    · Get exclusive promo codes on the Trip.com app.
  • The cheapest month to book a flight from London to Phuket is usually August, when demand is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our October flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from London to Phuket on October 30, 2026 with Air China, with prices starting at £365.
  • Flights to Phuket can arrive at: Phuket International Airport (HKT). The most common route connects Heathrow Airport and Phuket International Airport (LHR–HKT).
  • The time difference between Phuket and London is 7h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from London to Phuket is £597. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average return fare from London to Phuket is £854. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Enter London and Phuket, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveller details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.
  • Air Arabia, Norse Atlantic Airways and Condorare the most popular budget airlines flying from London to Phuket. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.

Flight from London(LON) to Phuket(HKT)

Phuket one of the provinces located south of Thailand. It is situated on the west coast of Thailand in the Andaman sea. The island of Phuket is the largest island in the country and a wonderful place for vacation. With slipping sand beneath your feet and the clear blue water welcomes you with open arms to explore the sandy beaches and the world underwater. Phuket also offers you a relaxed holiday in the company of beautiful nature but also enjoys good music, food, and beverages.

Tip: Flight to Phuket opens venues to explore, enjoy and relax at the same time

Airlines to reach Phuket

Phuket International Airport is the third biggest international airport in Thailand. There are direct flights to Phuket from global metros. The Emirates flights, Thai Airways, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Turkish Airlines, Etihad Airways, EVA Air, British Airways, Malaysia Airlines, Aeroflot, Qantas, China Southern, Air China, China Eastern, Korean Air, Asiana Airlines, Hainan Airlines, and Tianjin Airlines offer flights to Phuket. You can also try booking cheap flights from London to Phuket with the above-mentioned airlines.

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Places of interest in Phuket

The city Phuket has breathtaking beaches along with shrines and tiger and elephant sanctuaries. If you are interested to explore the city you can visit the Wat Chalong with its unique architecture. The life story of Buddha is displayed with beautiful pictures. The city offers an exciting nightlife with numerous bars and restaurants with various cuisines. You can spend the entire night out on Bangla road. You can learn Thai cooking classes that are held at many places in Phuket during mornings, afternoons or whole day packages. If you observe closely you will notice the subtle difference you will find in the Thai food in your country to the local one.

Tip: You can visit shopping at Phuket town weekend night market for local fruits, delicacies, and clothes.

Interact with tigers and elephants at the Tiger Kingdom and Phuket Elephant sanctuary. The Indochinese tigers are raised in captivity from birth until their final days. At Phuket Elephant sanctuary you can learn all about the giant mammals. If you are a keen underwater person, you are in the right place. You can try your hands in snorkelling, scuba diving, sea kayaking, surfing, Jet Skiing to name a few.

Tip: Day trip to Phang Nga Bay is an experience to cherish

Trip to Phuket would be incomplete without visiting Simon Cabaret show and Phuket FantaSea show. The Simon Cabaret show is running successfully for the last two decades. The Phuket Fantasea Show is a huge 140-acre complex that showcases the best myths and mysteries of Thailand in Las-Vegas style. The complex consists of a 4000 seat restaurant with both Thai and international buffet to savour your taste buds.

Tip: Fantasea Show is a carnival village with a shopping complex and handicrafts section. Reach early to explore.

Trip.com helps you to plan your vacation from end to end. Our personnel can take care of the complete package for your London to Phuket trip. You can book London to Phuket flight booking, hotel reservations and also tours within Phuket based on your interests. If you are on a family holiday, our customer care personnel aid you to plan your activities based on collective interests. If you are with a group of like-minded individuals who would like to try water sports and nightlife we can come up with good spots to suit your needs. Our experienced professionals will design your vacation plan based on your interests and budget.

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Change & Cancellation Policy

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Voluntary cancellation/change:
To request a change or cancellation, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and flight segment, and submit your request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline's ticket policy.
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If the flight schedule has changed and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please visit the customer support pages.