Flying from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Phuket is two hours behind Osaka and follows the UTC+7 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your KIX to HKT flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like June? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kansai International Airport to Phuket International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between KIX and HKT:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Rs28,657 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Kansai International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs68,221. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from KIX to HKT if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Kansai International Airport to Phuket International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from KIX to HKT by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kansai International Airport to Phuket International Airport.
Handy information about Kansai International Airport (KIX)
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Of all flights leaving Kansai International Airport, 67.95% arrive on time at their destination.
Kansai International Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Osaka. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near KIX. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Kansai International Airport to Phuket International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
If you're coming in on a late Kansai International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near HKT:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Phuket International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and experience the lesser-explored corners of Phuket and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Phuket International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Phuket. The drive time takes around 50 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
February is the busiest month for flights from Kansai International Airport to Phuket International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Phuket in April.
When reserving your flight from Kansai International Airport to Phuket International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Phuket, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 24ºC and 30ºC. Look for cheap tickets from KIX to HKT sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
Phuket has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Thailand just waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres north-east of Phuket, a visit to Surat Thani will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.
If you want to check out another corner of Thailand, head for Nakhon Si Thammarat, about 177 kilometres east of Phuket. Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well are among the biggest draws.
