Travelling from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Phuket Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Around 6 hours 35 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Zayed International Airport to Phuket Airport.
Phuket's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Phuket three hours ahead of Abu Dhabi.
Flights from AUH to HKT start from 08:55 — the earliest with Etihad Airways. The last departure is at 22:00 with Etihad Airways. Overall, you can take your pick of 28 weekly Zayed International Airport to Phuket Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your AUH to HKT flight.
During popular months such as December, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Etihad Airways has direct flights from Zayed International Airport to Phuket Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Phuket — and maybe even more of Thailand if time allows.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Etihad Airways.
Etihad Airways is the most punctual carrier that operates AUH to HKT flights, with 66.12% of its services landing on time.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Zayed International Airport to Phuket Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between AUH and HKT:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Mumbai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Phuket Airport (HKT)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Zayed International Airport to Phuket Airport flight is Rs55,754. A return fare right now is Rs93,175. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from AUH to HKT, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The cheapest month for flights from Zayed International Airport to Phuket Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Snapping up cheap flights from AUH to HKT is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Pick your ideal 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 Zayed International Airport to Phuket Airport.
Handy information about Zayed International Airport (AUH)
When it comes to Zayed International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Abu Dhabi to Zayed International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to AUH? If you're boarding an early flight from Zayed International Airport to Phuket Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Phuket Airport (HKT)
Consider booking a hotel near HKT if you're taking a late Zayed International Airport to Phuket Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Phuket Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from asap car rental, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and explore beyond Phuket's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from Phuket Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to Phuket Airport (HKT)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Zayed International Airport to Phuket Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Phuket. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Phuket is March, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Zayed International Airport to Phuket Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from AUH to HKT in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 24ºC and 30ºC on average.
Explore more of Thailand
Dive deeper into what Thailand has to offer with a trip to Surat Thani, located about 177 kilometres north-east of Phuket. From Ang Thong National Marine Park to other top attractions, there's no shortage of things to put on your must-do list.
Eager to explore Hat Khanom - Mu Koh Thale Tai National Park? Then head toward Nakhon Si Thammarat. Another notable stop in Thailand, it's around 177 kilometres east of Phuket.
