Travelling from Split Airport (SPU) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Phuket's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Phuket six hours ahead of Split.
To ensure you get on your SPU to HKT flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Split Airport (SPU) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Right now, ج.م. 16,985 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Split Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ج.م. 46,294. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from SPU to HKT, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from Split Airport to Phuket International Airport.
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Handy information about Split Airport (SPU)
Of all flights leaving Split Airport, 77.36% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Split Airport from central Split, it takes around 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near SPU. Whether you're taking an early flight from Split Airport to Phuket International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Split Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HKT instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Phuket International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and explore beyond Phuket's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Phuket International Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket International Airport to central Phuket has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Split Airport to Phuket International Airport. February is the most popular month to head to Phuket. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Split Airport to Phuket International Airport for March if you'd like to explore Phuket during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 32ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SPU to HKT in January. Average temperatures are between 24ºC and 30ºC then.
Explore more of Thailand
Surat Thani is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be explored after you've seen Phuket. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Thailand, head for 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.