Tourism Authority of Thailand welcomes resumption of British Airways flights from London to Bangkok

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) expressed its delight over the resumption of direct flights by British Airways from London Gatwick to Bangkok. 

The inaugural flight, BA 2231, departed from London Gatwick on the evening of Tuesday, 29th October, and arrived in Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport in the afternoon of Wednesday, 30th October.

With British Airways’ new direct services from London Gatwick to Bangkok, the upcoming flight schedule between the UK and Thailand for November 2024 to March 2025 amounts to 552 flights and 174,864 seats across various routes, including London Heathrow-Bangkok, London Gatwick-Bangkok, and Manchester-Phuket. Airlines serving these routes comprise Thai Airways International, EVA Air, and TUI UK (Charter).

A warm welcome

TAT deputy governor for international marketing in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and the Americas Siripakorn Cheawsamoot said: “British Airways’ new direct services between London Gatwick and Bangkok reinforce the position of Thailand as a premier travel destination. This flight resumption boosts our tourism sector and strengthens connections between Thailand and the UK, offering travellers endless opportunities to experience our rich culture and stunning landscapes.”

Siripakorn attended the welcome ceremony at Suvarnabhumi Airport to greet passengers on this landmark flight, together with Thai tourism executives from various public and private organisations.

New schedules

From 28th October, British Airways operates three weekly flights until 30 March 2025, with plans to extend service until 26 April 2025. 

During peak periods, a fourth and fifth weekly flight will also be introduced.

Utilising its Boeing 777-200 aircraft, the flight will offer various classes, including Club World, Premium Economy, and Economy, accommodating a total of 332 seats.

British Airways will also provide codeshare services with Bangkok Airways, enabling seamless connections for passengers wishing to travel onwards to Chiang Mai, Phuket, and Ko Samui, as well as to Phnom Penh and Siem Reap in Cambodia.