Scoot to launch non stop flights from Bangkok to London Gatwick

[Jonathan Fairfield]

 

Scoot, the low-cost subsidiary of Singapore Airlines (SIA) that was recently named the World’s Best Long-Haul Low-Cost Airline, celebrates yet another milestone with the announcement of a new non-stop service between Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport and London’s Gatwick Airport.

 

Scoot’s entry on this popular leisure route comes hot on the heels of the borders reopening between the United Kingdom (UK) and Thailand, enabling travel without quarantine at either end. Scoot currently offers the only low-cost direct flights between the UK and Thailand.

 

The new service will commence with flights from 16 December 2021 and will be followed by three-time weekly scheduled seasonal services from March 2022, with a further review and potential increase in frequency based on demand and regulatory approval. All services will be operated by Scoot’s widebody Boeing 787 Dreamliners offering both Economy and ScootPlus cabins, sporting features such as inflight Wi-Fi, and the ability to upgrade to Scoot Plus or to Scoot-in-Silence – Scoot’s offering of a quiet-zone.

To celebrate the launch, Scoot has released attractive fares to London starting from THB5,500 one-way on Economy, and THB9,900 on ScootPlus (including taxes).

 

Mr. Campbell Wilson, Scoot’s Chief Executive Officer, said “The progressive relaxation of border restrictions presents new opportunities for airlines and travelers alike. Scoot is excited to add flights between Bangkok and Gatwick to our network, offering our unique combination of great value and great experience with a touch of Scootitude. Scoot empowers travelers to customize their flight experience as they prefer, whether it be with extra legroom, checked baggage, 10kg free cabin baggage allowance, inflight Wi-Fi, tasty meals, Scoot-in-Silence or just enjoy an unbeatable airfare. With Gatwick being a 30-minute rail journey to central London, and Bangkok the main city and travel hub of Thailand, there’s no better opportunity to reignite your wanderlust with Scoot’s new service.”

 

Scoot was the first low-cost carrier in the world to be awarded the highest health safety ratings by Skytrax and APEX/SimpliFlying for its measures to ensure the health and safety of passengers and crew, and the first low-cost carrier in the world to operate flights with fully-vaccinated crew. Scoot delivers further peace of mind by offering customers the flexibility of a free one-time date change .

 

With the addition of London, Scoot will serve over 30 destinations in December 2021 as it progressively builds back to its pre-COVID coverage of 68 cities. 

 

Flight Schedule for Singapore-Bangkok-London* services (16 – 27 December 2021)

Sector	Flight No.	Departure	Arrival	Frequency
Singapore (SIN) – Bangkok (BKK)	TR750	1135	1305	Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday
Bangkok (BKK) – London (LGW)	TR750	1405	2005	Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday
London (LGW) – Bangkok (BKK)	TR751	2205	1610 (+1)	Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday
Bangkok (BKK) – Singapore (SIN)	TR751	1710	2045	Monday, Wednesday, Friday

 

Flight Schedule for London-Bangkok-Singapore* services (29 – 30 December 2021)

Sector	Flight No.	Departure	Arrival
London (LGW) – Bangkok (BKK)	TR751	2205 29 December 2021	1610 (+1) 30 December 2021
Bangkok (BKK) – Singapore (SIN)	TR751	1710 30 December 2021	2045 30 December 2021

 

 

Flight Schedule for Singapore-Bangkok-London* (Effective 22 March 2022, two times weekly service)

Sector	Flight No.	Departure	Arrival	Frequency
Singapore (SIN) – Bangkok (BKK)	TR750	1135	1305	Tuesday, Thursday
Bangkok (BKK) – London (LGW)	TR750	1405	2005	Tuesday, Thursday
London (LGW) – Bangkok (BKK)	TR751	2205	1610 (+1)	Tuesday, Thursday
Bangkok (BKK) – Singapore (SIN)	TR751	1710	2045	Wednesday, Friday

 

Flight Schedule for Singapore-Bangkok-London* (Effective 27 March 2022, three times weekly service)

Sector	Flight No.	Departure	Arrival	Frequency
Singapore (SIN) – Bangkok (BKK)	TR750	1200	1330	Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday
Bangkok (BKK) – London (LGW)	TR750	1430	2005	Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday
London (LGW) – Bangkok (BKK)	TR751	2205	1610 (+1)	Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday
Bangkok (BKK) – Singapore (SIN)	TR751	1705	2035	Monday, Wednesday, Friday

 

*All times listed in local. Schedules are subject to changes and regulatory approval.

[roquefort]

That's great new for UK based travellers to Thailand. And another nail in the coffin of TG.

[asiam110]

Great news, and they have a premium economy product minus some frills.

Edited November 14, 2021 by asiam110

[2long]

I just had a look and although the prices look great, by the time you add some food and luggage, my Emirates flights were cheaper! Nearly 28k return? No thanks!

[asiam110]

4 hours ago, 2long said:

I just had a look and although the prices look great, by the time you add some food and luggage, my Emirates flights were cheaper! Nearly 28k return? No thanks!

250quid for premium economy (wide seats, double legroom) one way from bangkok to london with luggage, 30kg checkin, 15kg cabin, meals, seat power, 30mb wifi. I'd say that's pretty damn competitive. 21st December

[CLW]

Pre-covid I ever used Scoot one time for BKK-Berlin. You get what you pay but it was efficient and super cheap.

[SSimon1984]

I visit Thailand almost every year... Well, the low pricing Scoot has to offer are easy to be seduced by. But believe me when I say that these are a complete rip-off. I mean, I have nothing against low-cost airlines; I prefer the no-frills approach, and who wouldn't want to save a few bucks? Scoot, on the other hand, is not just a "cheap cost," but also a "poor quality" airline. I remember taking a private drive , think the company name was Simber, it was before 2 years ago, I had to fly from Heathrow to Suvarnabhumi Airport. But as soon as I boarded the plane, I realised what a huge mistake I had made.

[hotandsticky]

23 minutes ago, SSimon1984 said:

I visit Thailand almost every year... Well, the low pricing Scoot has to offer are easy to be seduced by. But believe me when I say that these are a complete rip-off. I mean, I have nothing against low-cost airlines; I prefer the no-frills approach, and who wouldn't want to save a few bucks? Scoot, on the other hand, is not just a "cheap cost," but also a "poor quality" airline. I remember taking a private drive , think the company name was Simber, it was before 2 years ago, I had to fly from Heathrow to Suvarnabhumi Airport. But as soon as I boarded the plane, I realised what a huge mistake I had made.

 

 

I am assuming that you understand the the difference between long haul flights and domestic/short haul flights.

 

 

 

....or maybe you don't.