Flights to Phuket

Flights from London to Phuket take around 14 hours in total, connecting in Doha with our partner airline Qatar.

Phuket’s tropical climate means you’ll enjoy warm weather and sunshine all year round, although it’s slightly drier – and more popular – in winter. Travel between April and November for the best value flights to Doha, where you can connect to Phuket. To find the cheapest flights to Doha where you can connect to Phuket, use our low fare finder.

In Phuket you can eat, drink and travel around on a budget – just ask the backpackers who flock to the island for its great value food, hostels and nightlife. The island has also become a haven for those looking for luxury, with five-star resorts and boutique hotels lining the beaches of Layan, Bang Tao and Surin. However, most budgets will go far in Phuket Town, Patong and Kata, where the lively beach bars and restaurants all compete for the tourists’ baht.

Once you land in Phuket, there are several transport options available to take you all over the island. Metered taxis are available, as well as minibuses and limousines for larger groups. Airport buses also run from various destinations across the island and a number of international car rental companies operate from the Arrivals terminal.

Think of Phuket, and near-perfect beaches come to mind. While the crowds flock to Patong Beach, there are still tranquil, lesser-known beaches to explore on the island’s south and east coasts, which offer a more authentic Thai experience. There’s culture and history to discover too, with night markets in the Old Town providing a feast for the senses, as well as being a great place to try out the local specialties. The town’s mix of 18th-century architecture alongside old Buddhist and Chinese temples brings a rich, eclectic feel to the lively streets.

Citizens of the UK and Ireland and EU passport holders may require a visa to visit Thailand, depending on how long they stay. You can find out more about visa requirements for all the countries we fly to on our visa information page.

You can book a hand baggage-only ticket or make the most of our generous baggage allowance. If you choose economy standard or one of our British Airways Holidays’ packages, each passenger can check in a bag weighing up to 23kg – in addition to a handbag, laptop case or other small bag. Families travelling in any cabin with younger children can also check in one car seat and one fully collapsible pushchair. Read more about baggage allowances for children.

If you’re flying in our business cabin, you can check in two bags weighing up to 32kg each. Read our baggage guide for full details.

Discover outstanding service from the moment you book. Fly with just hand baggage and you can carry two bags free of charge. Choose our checked baggage option and you can travel with hand baggage and a 23kg bag checked into the hold, plus enjoy free seat selection 24 hours before you fly. On board you’ll find HEPA-filtered air, quality on-board catering, and a warm, uniquely British welcome. 

Simply relax and let us take care of you, every step of the way.