Planning a multi-city hop around Thailand, but haven’t figured out where to next? Phuket Airport’s got you covered. From here, you can wing it to Bangkok for a quick feed, escape to the mountains of Chiang Mai, or leave the country altogether and hit up Hanoi for a change of pace, or hop over to Singapore if you’re feeling flash. Prefer mountains over megacities?

It’s one of Thailand’s busiest airports, but it doesn’t feel like a circus. Just 33 kms from town, well-connected, and packed with cheap flights, it’s the perfect jumping-off point when you’re ready to escape but don’t want the stress.

Destinations you can fly to direct from Phuket Airport

Domestic destinations:

• Bangkok: Don Mueang, Suvarnabhumi
• Chiang Mai: Chiang Mai
• Chiang Rai: Chiang Rai
• Chonburi: Pattaya
• Khon Kaen: Khon Kaen
• Udon Thani: Udon Thani
• Songkhla Province: Hat Yai
• Surat Thani: Koh Samui
• Prachuap Khiri Khan: Hua Hin

International destinations:

• Australia: Melbourne, Perth, Sydney
• Cambodia: Phnom Penh, Siem Reap
• China: Beijing, Chengdu, Chongqing, Guangzhou, Hangzhou, Kunming, Nanjing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Xian, Zhengzhou
• Czech Republic: Bratislava, Brno, Ostrava
• Finland: Helsinki
• France: Paris
• Germany: Frankfurt
• Hong Kong: Hong Kong
• India: Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai
• Indonesia: Denpasar (Bali), Jakarta
• Malaysia: Kuala Lumpur, Penang
• Oman: Muscat
• Qatar: Doha
• Russia: Chelyabinsk, Irkutsk, Khabarovsk, Krasnoyarsk, Moscow, Nizhny Novgorod, Novosibirsk, St. Petersburg, Ufa, Vladivostok, Yekaterinburg
• Saudi Arabia: Jeddah, Riyadh
• Singapore: Singapore
• South Korea: Seoul
• Taiwan: Taipei
• Turkey: Istanbul
• United Arab Emirates: Abu Dhabi, Dubai
• Vietnam: Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City

Cheap destinations you can fly to from Phuket Airport

If you’re chasing cheap flights, these spots regularly pop up with solid deals:

• Bangkok: From around AU$48 one way
• Chiang Mai: Sale returns often around AU$130
• Kuala Lumpur: Promo returns from AU$120 to 150
• Singapore: Return deals starting from AU$205
• Ho Chi Minh City: From about AU$220 return
• Delhi and Mumbai: Often between AU$200 and AU$230 each way in sales

Airlines flying from Phuket Airport

• Aeroflot: Khabarovsk, Krasnoyarsk, Moscow, Novosibirsk, St. Petersburg, Vladivostok, Yekaterinburg
• Air China: Beijing, Chengdu, Hangzhou
• Air France: Paris
• Air India: Delhi
• AirAsia: Kuala Lumpur
• Asiana Airlines: Seoul
• Bangkok Airways: Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Hat Yai, Koh Samui, Pattaya
• Batik Air Malaysia: Kuala Lumpur
• Cathay Pacific: Hong Kong
• China Eastern Airlines: Chengdu, Kunming, Nanjing, Xian
• Condor: Frankfurt
• Emirates: Dubai
• Etihad Airways: Abu Dhabi
• EZY Airlines: Hua Hin
• Firefly: Penang
• HK Express: Hong Kong
• Hong Kong Airlines: Hong Kong
• IndiGo: Bengaluru, Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai
• Indonesia AirAsia: Denpasar
• Jetstar: Melbourne, Perth, Sydney
• Korean Air: Seoul
• Malaysia Airlines: Kuala Lumpur
• Nok Air: Bangkok, Chengdu
• Nordwind Airlines: Chelyabinsk, Irkutsk, Khabarovsk, Krasnoyarsk, Moscow, Nizhny Novgorod, Novosibirsk, St. Petersburg, Ufa
• Oman Air: Muscat
• Qatar Airways: Doha
• SalamAir: Muscat
• Saudia: Jeddah, Riyadh
• Scoot: Singapore
• Shanghai Airlines: Shanghai
• Shenzhen Airlines: Shenzhen
• Sichuan Airlines: Chengdu, Chongqing
• Singapore Airlines: Singapore
• SpiceJet: Delhi, Mumbai
• Thai AirAsia: Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Khon Kaen, Kochi, Siem Reap, Udon Thani
• Thai Airways: Bangkok
• Thai Lion Air: Bangkok, Zhengzhou
• Thai VietJet Air: Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Mumbai
• Tigerair Taiwan: Taipei
• Turkish Airlines: Istanbul
• VietJet Air: Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City

Terminals at Phuket Airport

Terminal 1

Flying international? You’ll be in Terminal 1. It’s modern, has decent duty-free, comfy lounges (Coral First Class and Premium), free Wi-Fi, charging stations, and the Coral Food Court to fuel up before your flight. Parking’s just outside, and there’s a free shuttle to the other terminals.

Terminal 2

All domestic flights run from here. It’s smaller but easy to get around and has its own lounge: the Coral Executive. Terminal 2 is a good spot to chill if you're early. You’ve got food, drinks, Wi-Fi, and plenty of seating. There’s a handy car park and quick taxi access right outside too.

Terminal X

This one is used for charter flights. It’s not flashy, but it gets the job done. If you’re flying with a tour group or a charter-only airline, this is where you’ll likely go. It’s a 20-minute walk from the other terminals or a short shuttle ride.

Getting to the airport

There are plenty of ways to get to HKT, depending on your budget, time, and how much luggage you’re lugging:

• Taxi: Fastest and easiest. Costs a bit more but gets you there in comfort, any time of day or night.
• Private transfer: Pre-book for peace of mind, especially if you're travelling as a group or want hotel pick-up.
• Bus: Budget-friendly option. The 8411 Airport Bus runs to and from Phuket Town. It can be a bit slow and crowded, but the bus works if you’re up for the trip.
• Car hire: Pick up a rental from brands like Sixt, Avis, or Europcar right at the airport.
• Grab: Thailand’s go-to ride-share app. Price varies depending on time and traffic, but it’s super handy.

Nearby airports to consider flying from

• Krabi International Airport (KBV): About 148 kms away. Sometimes has cheaper flights to Bangkok or Kuala Lumpur.
• Surat Thani International Airport (URT): Around 193 kms from Phuket. Useful if you're heading to the Gulf islands or want a bargain fare.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Phuket Airport?

Phuket gets packed from November to March, so flying then usually costs more. For better deals, try April or October (shoulder season), or any of the wetter months. Flying mid-week or outside peak hours helps too. 

If you’re flexible with your travel dates, you can save a stack, especially by booking early and avoiding local or international holidays.