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What are the requirements for Covid testing when flying with Etihad to Thailand and what clinics in London offer fast testing results?
Hi everyone. I am asking advice from UK people here, particularly if u are in London, of any clinic to do the Covid test with guaranteed results in 24-48 hours and prices.
I saw a lot of posts with contradictory information regarding the validity of the 72 hours Covid test required to enter Thailand and I checked with my airline, Etihad. As I change over in Abu Dhabi, I was informed that the hours count from the sample taken and needs to be within 72 of the whole flight/flights. Even the second one of your change over. Now I also wonder if We need to literally arrive in Bangkok too within 72 hours from the sample or as long as u are boarding it will be okay. Anyone flew with Etihad can share with me their experience ? And clinics where I can get the results in time please ? Thank you 🙏🏼
I saw a lot of posts with contradictory information regarding the validity of the 72 hours Covid test required to enter Thailand and I checked with my airline, Etihad. As I change over in Abu Dhabi, I was informed that the hours count from the sample taken and needs to be within 72 of the whole flight/flights. Even the second one of your change over. Now I also wonder if We need to literally arrive in Bangkok too within 72 hours from the sample or as long as u are boarding it will be okay. Anyone flew with Etihad can share with me their experience ? And clinics where I can get the results in time please ? Thank you 🙏🏼
Answer summary
The query centers around finding a clinic in London for a Covid test that guarantees results within 24-48 hours, specifically for travel to Thailand with Etihad Airlines. There is confusion regarding the requirement that the test must be taken within 72 hours of arriving in Thailand versus the time of departure. Various clinics are suggested, with prices typically ranging from £200 to £285, including considerations for fit-to-fly certificates. Insights from other travelers and responses point out the need to ensure the test validity aligns with the details provided by both the airline and Thai immigration.
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Michael ******
Thai Air flies from Heathrow at 9.30pm on Sunday so your Covid test should be done on Friday. You need to find a laboratory that does 48 hour turnarounds (not guaranteed though) together with a fit2fly cert and they usually cost £250 up. Some airlines will accept a swab test taken at home and posted to the laboratory where it is dated at the time of arrival at the laboratory and some doctors will issue a f2f cert based on a video interview, the two together can cost about £220.
The Mayfield Clinic in Oxford charges £285 for a doctors appointment for a travel document together with a swab test - I think it also has clinics in London and Banbury.
Good luck!
The Mayfield Clinic in Oxford charges £285 for a doctors appointment for a travel document together with a swab test - I think it also has clinics in London and Banbury.
Good luck!
Islam ****************
@Caterina **********
I would like to know exactly the same, so please what etihad airways say ? 
Kati *********
OPIt will be so much appreciated if we can share confirmed information to help each other out in this confusing mess. It would be nice especially for the ones who are trying to get help and real answers. Travelling is allowed in certain circumstances such as work.
Peter **********
@Islam ***************
Unfortunately I don’t think anyone will be flying in November from the UK
Marie ********
I heard you can get test at Heathrow for 80gbp. Maybe its correct, worth checking..
Islam ****************
Wow same 🤩, I PM you please check, thanks
Kati *********
OPWow I am flying on the same day from London Heathrow
Kati *********
OP@Islam ***************
the screenshots are here in the comments please have a look. My employer told me as well test needs to be valid at the tome of arrival not departure. Islam ****************
@Caterina **********
yes the comments is a bit confused, so etihad say the result must be till you arrive Thailand right Islam ****************
you flying soon with Etihad ? My wife and son they will flight on 12 November
Kati *********
OP@Islam ***************
you’re welcome and good luck to you too Islam ****************
Yes I think so, thank you so much and good luck
Kati *********
OP@Islam ***************
yes pretty much. So to be on the safe side I think we need 24h results or 48h depending how long ur flight or flights are. Kati *********
OPI got confirmation that the test needs to be done within 72 hours from arrival.
Divya *********
Try Randox Lab
Kati *********
OPHi everyone. Thank you for getting back to me.
Yes I thought like you as well, within 72 hours from departure! But then the airline was telling me this:
Yes I thought like you as well, within 72 hours from departure! But then the airline was telling me this:
Rich *****
So I plan to use
But now I’m hearing that the fit to fly they also provide has to be on a separate sheet to the test results and it looks like it’s on the same sheet with these. Anyone shed any light on this?
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But now I’m hearing that the fit to fly they also provide has to be on a separate sheet to the test results and it looks like it’s on the same sheet with these. Anyone shed any light on this?
Kati *********
OP@Rich ****
yes I saw the one too. It looks like it is on the same sheet. Not sure if they’ll accept itAllan *********
Olive Health and Travel are in Gants Hill, East London. Guaranteed turnaround but you'll pay between £200 - 250 depending on how fast you want result. The 72 hours is from time of the result to departure. But if you have a connecting flight other regulations may apply eg: Emirates via Dubai- 72 hours from result to departure for Thai requirements but UAE requirement is the test itself must be within 96 hours of departure.
Kati *********
OP@Allan ********
hi Allan. I have a question regarding the Olive health And travel clinic. I booked with them but the address they gave me is different from the website. Did you go there? Can you share if this is correct ? Thank you! Allan *********
@Caterina **********
the clinic I went to for the test was at 23A Seven Ways Parade, Woodford Avenue- it's right next to Gant's Hill underground. But yes, I think there is a Head Office address or something else listed somewhere. Allan *********
@Caterina **********
no idea what that is all about. That sounds more like Ilford way but it's not something I can help you with I'm afraid. Can you not have a chat with them? They were very helpful when I spoke with them whilst booking my test.Kati *********
OP@Allan ********
that was the address I thought I would go to. But then they sent me 406 Roding Lane South, IG8 8EY. Which looks like a car shop warehouse 🤷🏽♀️
Martin *******
Fair play but not cheap though
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