Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Around 8 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Phuket International Airport.
Phuket's timezone is UTC+7, making Phuket four hours behind Sydney.
Flights from SYD to HKT start at 14:25 — the first with Jetstar. The last departure is at 15:25 with Jetstar. Overall, there are 28 weekly Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Phuket International Airport flights.
Your SYD to HKT flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak time such as April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetstar is your gateway to discovering Phuket (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Thailand!). Browse the direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Phuket International Airport offered by this airline.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Jetstar on this route.
Jetstar is the most punctual carrier that operates SYD to HKT flights. A reliable 80.56% of its services on this route land on time.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Phuket International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SYD and HKT:
Changi International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Currently, ج.م. 8,085 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ج.م. 14,987. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SYD to HKT.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Phuket International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SYD to HKT.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Phuket International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Of the departures from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% land on time at their destination.
Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near SYD? If you've booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Phuket International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) 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 your wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and explore beyond Phuket's main sights.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Phuket International Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket International Airport to central Phuket has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Phuket International Airport is April, while February is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Phuket based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Phuket is March, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Phuket International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 24ºC and 30ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SYD to HKT around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
Phuket is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Thailand waiting to be explored. Around 177 kilometres north-east of Phuket, a trip to Surat Thani will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.
Around 177 kilometres east of Phuket, Nakhon Si Thammarat is another favourite stop in Thailand. Start your sightseeing at Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well.
