Flying from Phuket Airport (HKT) to Hat Yai Airport (HDY): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Phuket Airport to Hat Yai Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour.
Phuket and Hat Yai (Songkhla) are in the same timezone, UTC+7.
Every week, there are seven Phuket Airport to Hat Yai Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board as soon as possible, opt for the 07:30 Bangkok Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 07:30 with Bangkok Airways.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your HKT to HDY flight.
Flying during a peak time such as January? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Bangkok Airways has direct flights from Phuket Airport to Hat Yai Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Hat Yai (Songkhla) — and maybe even more of Thailand if time allows.
Most passengers choose to fly with Bangkok Airways on this route.
Bangkok Airways is the most punctual carrier operating HKT to HDY flights. A dependable 93.44% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
If you'd love to tour a new city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Phuket Airport to Hat Yai Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport is a well-known stop between HKT and HDY.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phuket Airport (HKT) to Hat Yai Airport (HDY)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Phuket Airport to Hat Yai Airport flight is Rs12,409. A return ticket right now is Rs24,592. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from HKT to HDY.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Phuket Airport to Hat Yai Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from HKT to HDY by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Phuket Airport to Hat Yai Airport.
Handy information about Phuket Airport (HKT)
73% of flights departing from Phuket Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To get to Phuket Airport from central Phuket, it takes around 45 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Phuket Airport to Hat Yai Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to HKT:
Arriving at Hat Yai Airport (HDY)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Phuket Airport to Hat Yai Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HDY instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Hat Yai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from asap car rental, Chic Car Rent or Hertz and explore beyond Hat Yai (Songkhla)'s usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Hat Yai Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Hat Yai Airport (HDY) to central Hat Yai (Songkhla)
From Hat Yai Airport, Hat Yai (Songkhla) is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Hat Yai Airport (HDY)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Phuket Airport to Hat Yai Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Hat Yai (Songkhla). If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Hat Yai (Songkhla) is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 36ºC. Book your flights from Phuket Airport to Hat Yai Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from HKT to HDY in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 20ºC and 32ºC on average.
Explore more of Thailand
Thailand is home to loads of other interesting cities to add to your travels, such as Surat Thani. Around 274 kilometres north-west of Hat Yai (Songkhla), drop by top attractions like Ang Thong National Marine Park while you're here.
Searching for other well-known places to visit in Thailand? Set off 161 kilometres north of Hat Yai (Songkhla) to Nakhon Si Thammarat. Hat Khanom - Mu Koh Thale Tai National Park is a highlight in the area.
