Travelling from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Edinburgh's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Edinburgh seven hours behind Phuket.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your HKT to EDI flight.
Travelling during a peak time like February? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Phuket International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between HKT and EDI:
Hamad International Airport
Beijing Capital International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
$406 is currently the best price for a one-way Phuket International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. A return flight starts at $1,051. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from HKT to EDI if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from Phuket International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Landing cheap flights from HKT to EDI is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new deal comes up.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Phuket International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Handy information about Phuket International Airport (HKT)
65.93% of flights leaving from Phuket International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Phuket International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Phuket. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 20 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Phuket International Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to HKT:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
If you have a late Phuket International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near EDI:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and explore beyond Edinburgh's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The quietest month for a flight from Phuket International Airport to Edinburgh Airport is January, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Edinburgh based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Phuket International Airport to Edinburgh Airport for July if you want to go to Edinburgh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HKT to EDI in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Edinburgh has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom just waiting to be explored. About 402 kilometres south of Edinburgh, a trip to Birmingham will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you're interested in discovering another side of United Kingdom, consider Glasgow, roughly 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are key highlights.