Flying from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Fukuoka Airport (FUK): what you need to know
Fukuoka's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Fukuoka two hours ahead of Phuket.
To ensure you catch your HKT to FUK flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month like February? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Phuket International Airport to Fukuoka Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between HKT and FUK:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Incheon International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
Right now, Rs35,530 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Phuket International Airport to Fukuoka Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs73,936. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from HKT to FUK. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Phuket International Airport to Fukuoka Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from HKT to FUK by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Phuket International Airport to Fukuoka Airport.
Handy information about Phuket International Airport (HKT)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Phuket International Airport, data shows 65.93% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Phuket to Phuket International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Phuket International Airport to Fukuoka Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near HKT:
Arriving at Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
Consider booking a hotel near FUK if you're on a late Phuket International Airport to Fukuoka Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Fukuoka Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from JDM Rent a car, Suzuki Rental Car or HM Rent-a-Car and see more of Fukuoka and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Fukuoka Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to central Fukuoka
FUK is located at 348 Kamiusui, Hakata Ward.
Fukuoka Airport to central Fukuoka has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
When to fly to Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Phuket International Airport to Fukuoka Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Fukuoka. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Phuket International Airport to Fukuoka Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Fukuoka, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from HKT to FUK in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC and 11ºC on average.
Explore more of Japan
Fukuoka is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Japan you'll want to see. Around 483 kilometres east of Fukuoka, a visit to Osaka will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.
Kobe is another must-experience destination in Japan and is around 451 kilometres east of Fukuoka. No trip is complete without experiencing Kobe Seabus Fantasy, Keikoin and Kagawa Prefecture Fisheries Cooperative Federation Osaka Branch Sales Division.
