Flying from Surat Airport (STV) to Phuket Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Phuket's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Phuket one hour 30 minutes ahead of Surat.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your STV to HKT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak month like May? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Surat Airport to Phuket Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between STV and HKT:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Bengaluru Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Surat Airport (STV) to Phuket Airport (HKT)
Rs31,369 is currently the best price for a one-way Surat Airport to Phuket Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs70,617. These fares may change based on demand.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from STV to HKT. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Surat Airport to Phuket Airport.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from STV to HKT.
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 Surat Airport to Phuket Airport.
Handy information about Surat Airport (STV)
74% of flights departing from Surat Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Surat Airport from central Surat, it takes about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Surat Airport to Phuket Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to STV:
Arriving at Phuket Airport (HKT)
If you're arriving on a late Surat Airport to Phuket Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near HKT:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Phuket Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from asap car rental, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and explore beyond Phuket's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Phuket Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Phuket Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket Airport to the centre of Phuket has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Phuket Airport (HKT)
January is the busiest month for flights from Surat Airport to Phuket Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Phuket in March.
Lock in your flight from Surat Airport to Phuket Airport for March if you want to go to Phuket during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from STV 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
You've done Phuket, now it's time to discover more of what Thailand has to offer. Around 177 kilometres north-east, Surat Thani is a must-visit city that features top attractions like Ang Thong National Marine Park.
Always wanted to see Hat Khanom - Mu Koh Thale Tai National Park? Then make your way to Nakhon Si Thammarat. Another fascinating destination in Thailand, it's located roughly 177 kilometres east of Phuket.