Flying from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know
The timezone in Rio de Janeiro is UTC-3. The city is ten hours behind Phuket, where Phuket International Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your HKT to Rio de Janeiro flight.
During popular months like February, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Finding a plane ticket from HKT to Rio de Janeiro with a stopover is a breeze. Whether you're eager to cut down on travel expenses or add a new city to your itinerary, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options. A major stop is Dubai International Airport (DXB).
HKT is about 27 kilometres from central Phuket. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near HKT. Whether you've booked an early flight from Phuket International Airport to Rio de Janeiro or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights leaving Phuket International Airport, 72% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Rio de Janeiro
The best price we've seen for a one-way Phuket International Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight is ج.م. 49,411. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 87,114. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from HKT to Rio de Janeiro if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
Finding cheap tickets from Phuket International Airport to Rio de Janeiro is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest prices across the month and walk away with an epic deal.
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Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
The distance from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) to central Rio de Janeiro is roughly 19 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour.
Book a hotel close to GIG if you're coming in on a late flight from Phuket International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport around four weeks before your flight from HKT to Rio de Janeiro.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Central Rio de Janeiro is around 5 kilometres from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). After your flight from Phuket International Airport to Rio de Janeiro has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 10 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near SDU. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your HKT to Rio de Janeiro flight:
Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at SDU can help you lock in a better rate.
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Step off your flight from Phuket International Airport to Rio de Janeiro and head for your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. The centre of Rio de Janeiro is around 27 kilometres from Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and typically takes 45 minutes to reach driving.
The journey will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport.
If you don't want to make the journey into the centre, head for a hotel close to RRJ. Get comfortable at one of these stays after your HKT to Rio de Janeiro flight:
If you're looking for a certain model or make, booking early gives you a better shot at getting your first choice. Book your ride from RRJ a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Phuket International Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
January is the busiest month for flights from Phuket International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Rio de Janeiro in December.
Lock in a Phuket International Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket with a departure in February if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 36ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from HKT to Rio de Janeiro in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 29ºC on average.
More about Rio de Janeiro
Start your Rio de Janeiro trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Phuket International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Christ the Redeemer and Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer are just two of the big attractions to put on your Rio de Janeiro itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Rio de Janeiro Carnival.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Rio de Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Around 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another essential stop in Brazil. No visit is complete without checking out Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
