Travelling from Khon Kaen Airport (KKC) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Khon Kaen Airport to Phuket International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours.
Phuket's timezone is UTC+7, which is the same as Khon Kaen.
Flights from KKC to HKT start from 17:45 — the first with Thai AirAsia. The last departure is at 17:45 with Thai AirAsia. Overall, you can take your pick of 15 weekly Khon Kaen Airport to Phuket International Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your KKC to HKT flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Thai AirAsia is your gateway to exploring Phuket (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Thailand!). Browse the direct flights from Khon Kaen Airport to Phuket International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Most passengers choose to fly with Thai AirAsia on this route.
With a reliable 97.14% of services arriving on schedule, Thai AirAsia has the best on-time performance for KKC to HKT flights.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Khon Kaen Airport to Phuket International Airport. Many passengers pass through Don Mueang International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Khon Kaen Airport (KKC) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
$58 is the best price for a one-way Khon Kaen Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $117. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Score cheap tickets from KKC to HKT by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Khon Kaen Airport to Phuket International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Khon Kaen Airport to Phuket International Airport.
Handy information about Khon Kaen Airport (KKC)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Khon Kaen Airport, data shows 71.34% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Khon Kaen to Khon Kaen Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Khon Kaen Airport to Phuket International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near KKC:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Consider staying in a hotel near HKT if you're catching a late Khon Kaen Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Phuket International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Chic Car Rent to explore Phuket and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Phuket International Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
From Phuket International Airport, Phuket is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The quietest month for a flight from Khon Kaen Airport to Phuket International Airport is April, while February is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Phuket based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Phuket is March, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Khon Kaen Airport to Phuket International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from KKC to HKT sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
You've visited Phuket, now it's time to explore other corners of Thailand. Journey around 177 kilometres north-east to Surat Thani to check off its must-visit sights. From Wat Tha Sai to Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 177 kilometres east of Phuket, Nakhon Si Thammarat is another favourite stop in Thailand. Experience major highlights starting with Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well.