Flying from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Phuket's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Phuket five hours ahead of Sharm El Sheikh.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your SSH to HKT flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Currently, $606 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,502. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SSH to HKT if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Phuket International Airport.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Phuket International Airport.
Handy information about Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
When it comes to Sharm El Sheikh Airport's on-time performance, data shows 65.11% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Sharm El Sheikh to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 5 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Phuket International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near SSH:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Consider staying in a hotel near HKT if you have a late Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Phuket International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and venture far and wide through Phuket and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Phuket International Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
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 by car.
It takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The quietest month for a flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Phuket International Airport is April, while February is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Phuket based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Phuket is March, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Phuket International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SSH to HKT in January. Average temperatures are between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Thailand
Phuket has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Thailand just waiting to be discovered. About 177 kilometres north-east of Phuket, a visit to Surat Thani will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.
Nakhon Si Thammarat is another must-experience destination in Thailand and is around 177 kilometres east of Phuket. No journey is complete without dropping by Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well.
