Direct from Gatwick. No layover in Dubai, no connection in Bangkok. Norse Atlantic now flies non-stop from London to Phuket, and during peak dry season, prices start at £486 return.
✈️ The deal
- From: London Gatwick, UK
- To: Phuket, Thailand
- Airline: Norse Atlantic
- Stops: Non-stop
- Price: £486–£520 return
- When: December, January, February, March
Example dates:
04/12/2026 – 22/12/2026
04/12/2026 – 24/12/2026
13/01/2027 – 28/01/2027
20/01/2027 – 28/01/2027
03/02/2027 – 16/02/2027
23/02/2027 – 18/03/2027
03/03/2027 – 18/03/2027
10/03/2027 – 18/03/2027
💰 How far does your money go?
A pint in London costs around £6.75. In Phuket, a beer at a bar is around 100 THB — less than £2.30. A plate of pad Thai from a street stall runs about 70 THB, roughly £1.60. You can eat, drink and get around comfortably on £25 a day without much effort.
☀️ The weather
December to March is peak season in Phuket. Expect 28–34°C, low humidity, clear skies and calm seas. January and February are the driest months of the year. March is the warmest, regularly hitting 34°C. Sun cream and a light shirt are all you need to pack.
🏨 Where to stay
Patong is the most central beach, Kata and Karon are calmer, and Phuket Town suits those who prefer cafes and culture over sun loungers.
Homa Phuket Town — 8.4/10 · From £18/night A clean, well-run guesthouse in the heart of Old Town. Pool, air conditioning, and great value for those who want to explore rather than stay put.
Deevana Patong Resort & Spa — 8.6/10 · From £58/night Four-star comfort with direct beach access, spa facilities and a busy pool area. The go-to mid-range option for Patong.
SINAE Phuket Luxury Hotel — 9.1/10 · From £140/night Boutique luxury near Siray Bay with a rooftop pool, exceptional design and total quiet. One of the best-rated properties on the island.
🎯 What to do
Phuket is a launchpad as much as a destination. But the island itself has more than enough.
Big Buddha — A 45-metre white marble statue on Nakkerd Hill, with panoramic views across the bay. Free entry. Reopened in early 2026 after a long restoration.
Phuket Old Town — Sino-Portuguese shophouses line Thalang Road, now home to independent cafes, galleries and a decent food scene. Worth a slow afternoon.
Phang Nga Bay by speedboat — Dramatic limestone karsts rising from emerald water, caves to explore by canoe, and the famous James Bond Island. One of the most striking landscapes in Southeast Asia.
Thai cooking class — Most schools start with a market visit, then you make four or five dishes from scratch. A few hours, a few hundred baht, and you leave with a proper green curry recipe.
🗺️ Where to go from here
Phuket is the most connected point in southern Thailand. A speedboat or a domestic flight opens up the whole country.
Phi Phi Islands — 45 minutes by speedboat. White sand, limestone cliffs and turquoise water. Maya Bay lives up to the reputation.
Similan Islands — Some of the clearest water in Thailand. Best snorkelling and diving in the region. Open roughly November to May.
Koh Racha Yai — 30 minutes from Chalong Pier. Calm beaches, good snorkelling, and none of the tour-group crowds you get at Phi Phi.
Koh Yao Noi — 30 minutes by ferry. Rice paddies, fishing villages, no nightlife. A complete contrast to the resort side of Phuket.
Chiang Mai — One hour by domestic flight. Temples, trekking, night markets, elephant sanctuaries. Worth a few extra days if the dates allow.
Non-stop, dry season, under £500. These dates book fast.
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