Travelling from Mopa Airport (GOX) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Phuket's timezone is UTC+7, making Phuket one hour 30 minutes ahead of Mopa.
To ensure you catch your GOX to HKT flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Mopa Airport to Phuket International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between GOX and HKT:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Mopa Airport (GOX) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Currently, Rs37,980 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Mopa Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs75,594. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from GOX to HKT, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Mopa Airport to Phuket International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from GOX to HKT by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Mopa Airport to Phuket International Airport.
Handy information about Mopa Airport (GOX)
70.2% of flights that leave from Mopa Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Mopa to Mopa Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of about 3 hours 10 minutes when using public transport.
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Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
If you're landing on a late Mopa Airport to Phuket International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near HKT:
Go where the road takes you with a Phuket International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and experience more of Phuket and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Phuket International Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
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 drive to the centre.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Mopa Airport to Phuket International Airport. February is the busiest month to visit Phuket. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Mopa Airport to Phuket International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Phuket, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from GOX to HKT in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC and 30ºC on average.
Explore more of Thailand
Surat Thani is just one of the many places in Thailand waiting to be explored after you've experienced Phuket. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include 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 trip is complete without dropping by Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well.