Published 21 June 2026 | Updated 16 September 2026 by Jane Robinson
Norse flies nonstop from London Gatwick to Phuket from £457 return for winter 2026/27, its first direct UK-Thailand beach route. Checked against comparison-site listings on 16 September 2026, fares for the operating window were still tracking in the same band, well below the £587-£777 typical return that KAYAK’s route page shows for one-stop options, before you even get to the best part: no Gulf connection, no Bangkok transfer, just Gatwick to Phuket.
The fare lead is for 4 to 24 December, which is early high season for Phuket. That is exactly when a cheap direct flight starts to matter: you are not burning half a day changing planes before you reach the beach.
The route starts on 4 December and runs until 16 April 2027, with flights on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. That gives you enough flexibility for a normal winter-sun trip rather than an awkward itinerary built around one stray cheap date.
Norse is a low-cost long-haul airline, so do the boring bit before you pay: check bags, seats, meals, and fare flexibility. If you only care about the lowest possible Thailand fare, compare Bangkok and one-stop Phuket options as well. If you want Phuket with fewer moving parts, this is the one to price up.
How to book
Go to Norse, search London Gatwick to Phuket, and start with winter 2026/27 dates from 4 December onwards. If the £457 return fares do not appear on your first search, try nearby Monday, Wednesday, and Friday departures, then compare the final price after bags and any extras.
Useful info
If you are comparing long-haul fares, our cheap flight deals from the UK page is a good starting point.
Deal FAQs
When do the Norse Gatwick to Phuket flights start?
The route is due to start on 4 December and run until 16 April 2027.
Which days will Norse fly from Gatwick to Phuket?
The published schedule is three times a week, with flights on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.
Does the £457 return fare include bags?
Check the fare type before booking. Norse is a low-cost long-haul airline, so extras such as checked bags, seats, meals, and flexibility can affect the final price.
Jane Robinson is Senior Editor at Flight Tribe. She has a Master’s in English and Journalism, and writes about flight deals, holiday offers and practical ways UK travellers can spend less without wasting time on weak promotions. Jane has spent time living and working across Asia and New Zealand, which gave her a lasting interest in how people travel, eat, move around and spend their free time in different places.
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