Travelling from Pattaya (Chonburi) Airport (UTP) to Phuket Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Pattaya (Chonburi) Airport to Phuket Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 40 minutes.
Phuket's timezone is UTC+7, which is the same as Rayong.
Every week, there are 14 Pattaya (Chonburi) Airport to Phuket Airport flights. If you want to take off as early as possible, jump on the 13:00 Bangkok Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 13:00 with Bangkok Airways.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your UTP to HKT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like November. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Bangkok Airways is your ticket to exploring Phuket (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Thailand!). Browse the direct flights from Pattaya (Chonburi) Airport to Phuket Airport offered by this popular airline.
Bangkok Airways has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Bangkok Airways is a leader in on-time performance for UTP to HKT flights, with 93.44% of its services landing as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pattaya (Chonburi) Airport (UTP) to Phuket Airport (HKT)
Rs11,920 is the best price for a one-way Pattaya (Chonburi) Airport to Phuket Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs23,961. These fares can change based on availability.
Book one month before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from UTP to HKT.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Pattaya (Chonburi) Airport to Phuket Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from UTP to HKT.
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Handy information about Pattaya (Chonburi) Airport (UTP)
Pattaya (Chonburi) Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from UTP land on schedule 86% of the time.
Central Rayong to Pattaya (Chonburi) Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near UTP. Whether you're catching an early flight from Pattaya (Chonburi) Airport to Phuket Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Phuket Airport (HKT)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Pattaya (Chonburi) Airport to Phuket Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HKT instead:
Grab a Phuket Airport rental car and explore Phuket and beyond with your own set of wheels. Asap car rental, Hertz and Chic Car Rent are popular providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Phuket Airport about three weeks before you travel.
When to fly to Phuket Airport (HKT)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Pattaya (Chonburi) Airport to Phuket Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Phuket. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Pattaya (Chonburi) Airport to Phuket Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Phuket, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from UTP to HKT in January. Temperatures average between 24ºC and 30ºC then.
Explore more of Thailand
Thailand is home to loads of other interesting cities just waiting to be explored, such as Surat Thani. Around 177 kilometres north-east of Phuket, drop by popular attractions like Ang Thong National Marine Park while you're there.
Ever wanted to explore Hat Khanom - Mu Koh Thale Tai National Park? Then head over to Nakhon Si Thammarat. Another fascinating destination in Thailand, it's located roughly 177 kilometres east of Phuket.