News dated 19 October 2026 — details published by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
A new seasonal non-stop service connects London Heathrow and Phuket. TAT welcomed Virgin Atlantic flight VS214 at Phuket International Airport on 19 October. The service is scheduled three times a week during the 2026–2027 UK winter season.
Published flight times
Flights leave London on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays at 3:45 pm and arrive in Phuket at 9:55 am the following day. Return flights leave Phuket on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 11:45 am and reach Heathrow at 7:25 pm. The service is listed through 26 March 2027.
What this means for travellers
The route may make Phuket easier to reach for travellers departing from the UK. Check connections, baggage rules and booking conditions directly with Virgin Atlantic before travelling, since schedules can change.
Mr Schaka’s practical tips
- Compare the direct flight with routes via Bangkok for your final destination.
- Confirm current times and conditions with the airline.
- Arrange your transfer from Phuket Airport before arrival.
Source: Tourism Authority of Thailand, 19 October 2026.
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To go further
Mr Schaka’s guidebook, Phuket and the Andaman Sea – The Practical Guide, covers the essentials: transport, neighbourhoods, addresses, food, etiquette and safety, updated for 2026–2027.
