Travelling from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Phuket's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Phuket two hours ahead of Astana.
To ensure you catch your NQZ to HKT flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
At the moment, Rs92,144 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs145,839. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from NQZ to HKT if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
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Handy information about Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Astana. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a handy hotel near NQZ? If you're catching an early flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Phuket International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
If you're arriving on a late Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Phuket International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near HKT:
Grab a Phuket International Airport rental car and explore Phuket and beyond with your own wheels. Asap car hire, Hertz and Chic Car Rent are popular providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Phuket International Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Phuket. The drive time takes around 50 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The quietest month for a flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Phuket International Airport is April, while February is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Phuket based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport to Phuket International Airport for March if you want to explore Phuket during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 24ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap tickets from NQZ to HKT sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Thailand
Surat Thani is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Phuket. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Thailand, consider Nakhon Si Thammarat, roughly 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 highlights.