Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Utapao Airport (UTP): what you need to know
Rayong's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Rayong seven hours ahead of London.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your LGW to UTP flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you want to tour a different city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Utapao Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport is a sought-after stop between LGW and UTP.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Utapao Airport (UTP)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Utapao Airport flight is £342. A return fare is currently £603. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from LGW to UTP. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Utapao Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Utapao Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
69.26% of flights departing from London Gatwick Airport reach their destination on time.
London Gatwick Airport is about 50 miles from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to LGW? If you've booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Utapao Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Utapao Airport (UTP)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London Gatwick Airport to Utapao Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near UTP instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Utapao Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Drive Car Hire, Avis or Localrent and experience the lesser-explored corners of Rayong and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Utapao Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Utapao Airport (UTP) to central Rayong
From Utapao Airport, Rayong is approximately 25 miles away. It takes around 55 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Utapao Airport (UTP)
March is the most popular month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Utapao Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Rayong in April.
When booking your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Utapao Airport, think about the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Rayong, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LGW to UTP in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be discovered after you've seen Rayong. Around 90 miles away to the north-west, its top attractions include Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew.
Chon Buri is another well-known destination in Thailand and is around 50 miles north-west of Rayong. No trip is complete without experiencing Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall.
