Flying from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Phuket Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to Phuket Airport.
The timezone in Phuket is UTC+7, which is one hour behind Chengdu.
Every week, there are 21 Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to Phuket Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to catch your TFU to HKT flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as December, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
A range of airlines offer direct flights from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to Phuket Airport, so jetting to Phuket (and then seeing more parts of Thailand!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Sichuan Airlines.
With a dependable 96.43% of services landing on schedule, Air China is the most punctual carrier offering TFU to HKT flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Phuket Airport (HKT)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to Phuket Airport flight is Rs15,942. A return ticket is currently Rs56,057. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from TFU to HKT if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to Phuket Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from TFU to HKT by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to Phuket Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
85% of flights leaving Chengdu Tianfu International Airport arrive at their destination as planned. Given its strong on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from TFU.
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Chengdu. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Taking an early flight from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to Phuket Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to TFU:
Arriving at Phuket Airport (HKT)
If you have a late Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to Phuket Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near HKT:
Travel at your own pace with a Phuket Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from asap car rental, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and experience more of Phuket and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Phuket Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
When to fly to Phuket Airport (HKT)
January is the most popular month for flights from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to Phuket Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Phuket in March.
Before locking in your flight from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to Phuket Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Phuket, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from TFU to HKT in January. Temperatures average between 24ºC and 30ºC then.
Explore more of Thailand
Explore more of Thailand with a visit to Surat Thani, located about 177 kilometres north-east of Phuket. From Ang Thong National Marine Park to other leading attractions, there's no shortage of things to put on your must-do list.
Nakhon Si Thammarat is another place worth exploring during your travels in Thailand. Head to this destination, which is around 177 kilometres east of Phuket, for highlights like Hat Khanom - Mu Koh Thale Tai National Park.



