Travelling from London to Khon Kaen Airport (KKC): What you need to know
London has numerous airports to start your journey from. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Khon Kaen Airport (KKC). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the other main bases in the city.
Khon Kaen Airport is located in Khon Kaen. The city runs on the UTC+7 timezone and is seven hours ahead of London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from London to KKC.
Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers offer a great opportunity to explore a new place or just have a break during your travels. When looking for a cheap flight from London to KKC, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is one option when leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
LHR is around 31 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from London to Khon Kaen Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels have you covered:
Of the flights that depart from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Break up your flight from London to Khon Kaen Airport with a stop at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). A major connection between London Gatwick Airport and KKC, it's a great opportunity to enjoy some downtime before continuing your journey.
You can arrive at LGW from the centre of London in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your London to KKC flight, unwind in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
69.26% of flights leaving London Gatwick Airport arrive according to schedule.
Stansted Airport (STN)
The journey to STN from central London is around 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early London to Khon Kaen Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Stansted Airport and get to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
The on-time performance record of STN is 64.73%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights from this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About Khon Kaen Airport (KKC)
Have a late flight from London to Khon Kaen Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near KKC and be in snooze mode sooner:
Pick up a Khon Kaen Airport rental car and discover Khon Kaen and beyond with your own wheels. Chic Car Rent, Hertz and Thai Rent a Car are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your London to Khon Kaen Airport flight.
Getting from Khon Kaen Airport (KKC) to central Khon Kaen
Central Khon Kaen is roughly 5 kilometres from Khon Kaen Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Khon Kaen Airport (KKC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Khon Kaen Airport is $1,008. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,630. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from London to KKC. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your London to Khon Kaen Airport ticket.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a lower fare pops up on flight tickets from London to KKC.
Lock in a cheap flight from London to Khon Kaen Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from London to Khon Kaen Airport (KKC)
February is the quietest month for flights from London to Khon Kaen Airport (KKC), while July is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Khon Kaen based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Khon Kaen is April, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 41ºC. Lock in your London to KKC flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees temperatures of between 15ºC and 32ºC. Search for cheap tickets from London to Khon Kaen Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Khon Kaen
Start your Khon Kaen trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from London to Khon Kaen Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Wat Nong Wang, Bueng Thung Sang and Thai-Chinese Cultural Centre are must-visits when exploring Khon Kaen.
Explore more of Thailand
You've done Khon Kaen, now it's time to explore more of Thailand. Journey around 97 kilometres north to Udon Thani to tick off its leading sights. From Thai-Chinese Cultural Centre to udon waterworld water park and Wat Pho Chai, your itinerary will be busy.
Nakhon Ratchasima is another sought-after destination in Thailand and is around 177 kilometres south-west of Khon Kaen. No trip is complete without seeing Night Safari Korat, Saveone Night Market and Butterfly Park.