£80 Cheap Flights to Ko Pha-ngan

Why You Should Take a Flight to Koh Phangan

From raucous parties to tropical charm – and everything in between – Koh Phangan is a Thai island blessed with outstanding beauty. The lunar calendar dictates when the island gets busy, thanks to the legendary full and half-moon parties, but there is still plenty of tranquillity to enjoy here too.

When to Book Flights to Koh Phangan

Visit during low moon periods for more affordable rooms and a more peaceful experience. If you do want to go all out for full moon, then book early to get the best deals. Low season from April to June is when the island is at its most peaceful, with quieter roads and plenty of accommodation options.

How to Find the Best Flight Deals to Koh Phangan

You can find a choice of cheap flight deals to Koh Phangan throughout the year with Expedia. Conduct your flight search, filling in your chosen dates and departure points, then click through to see a selection of bargain flights to Koh Phangan. You can refine your search using the filter options or click the ‘Nearby Airports’ or ‘Show flexible dates’ buttons for an even wider selection of cheap flights.

UK Departures to Koh Phangan

There are affordable flights to Koh Phangan from a choice of UK departure airports, including:

• London to Koh Phangan – 13 hours 35 minutes (no direct flights)
• Manchester to Koh Phangan – 14 hours 55 minutes (no direct flights)
• Newcastle to Koh Phangan – 15 hours (no direct flights)
• Birmingham to Koh Phangan –15 hours (no direct flights)
• Glasgow to Koh Phangan – 16 hours 40 minutes (no direct flights)
• Edinburgh to Koh Phangan –16 hours 40 minutes (no direct flights)
• Belfast to Koh Phangan – 15 hours 30 minutes (no direct flights)

Main Airports in Koh Phangan

With Koh Phangan airport currently under construction, the nearest airport to the island is Koh Samui. This handles around one million passengers a year and has a good choice of services, including shops and a VIP lounge. From Koh Samui it is possible to catch a regular ferry to Koh Phangan.

Which Airlines Fly to Koh Phangan?

You can find cheap flights to Koh Phangan from a choice of airlines with Expedia.

These include:

• Bangkok Airways
• Thai Airways
• SilkAir

How to Get to and Around Koh Phangan

The only way to arrive on the island is by boat, with regular ferry crossings available. Once on the island, a great way to travel is by long-tail boat, which is an affordable and fun option. Scooters are also a popular way to travel, and available to rent everywhere. Just make sure yours is in good condition before you set off. There are good quality, paved roads around the island but they can be busy around full moons. Regular taxis and water taxis, known as songthaews, are also available.

What Are the Must-sees in Koh Phangan?

• The Thong Sala night market is a real must, especially if you love fresh seafood.
• Take a boat trip around the island and explore under the water with a snorkel.
• Several of the island’s most beautiful locations are more accessible by boat, including Thong Nai Pan and Ko Ma.
• During rainy season, the waterfalls at Thaeng are well worth a visit.

Tips and Tricks for Traveling in Koh Phangan

If you are arriving by air or land, there are 30-day visa exemptions for British citizens but you will need a visa if you are planning to stay longer.