20/10/2026
Virgin Atlantic launch new route from Heathrow to Phuket.
As the only UK airline to operate this route Virgin Atlantic offer three weekly flights, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday, October to March.
The 12 hour flight operates overnight so you will arrive feeling refreshed in either economy, premium economy or upper class onboard the 787-9 Dreamliner.
Phuket is the largest Thai island in the Andaman Sea. Famous for its beaches, architecture, culture, night markets and (in certain areas) nightlife. From Phuket you can also access neighboring islands such as Phi Phi, Khao Phing Kan (James Bond Island), Koh He (Coral Island), Koh Yao Yai and many more making Phuket the ideal multicenter holiday destination.
Phuket offers so many holiday experiences:
Head to Patong Beach for beach bars, markets, water sports and the famous Bangla Road nightlife.
Karon Beach for long stretches of powder sand beaches. Quieter that neighboring Patong but still plenty going on with its Temple Market and water sports.
Visit Old Town Phuket for its famous Sunday Market, history and architecture . Its also recognised by UNESCO as a 'city of gastronomy'.
Visit the 'Big Buddha'. A 45 meter high marble statue perched atop the Nakkerd Hills with panoramic views of the south.
Visit an ethical elephant sanctuary or stay at Elephant Hills in Khao Sok National Park.
Whatever you are looking for in a holiday you are sure to find in Phuket.
For further information contact Deben Travel, Tide Mill Way. Woodbridge.
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