Cheap Flights from Bangkok to Phuket

How to Search for Cheap Flights Bangkok to Phuket

Looking for the best flights Bangkok to Phuket? Trip.com can help you plan a wonderful holiday in Thailand, from hotels to flights and attractions.

How to buy cheap flights

The good news is that flights Bangkok to Phuket are generally affordable, and you won’t need to book too far in advance. At Trip.com we recommend searching for midweek flights to find the best deals on flights Bangkok to Phuket. You could also consider a flight early in the morning or late at night as these flights are generally less popular.

When can I find the cheapest flights?

Even during the summer it’s usually easy to find affordable flights Bangkok to Phuket. Expect to pay around £50 in summer and over £75 in Oct and Dec for return flights Bangkok to Phuket. But in Sep and Feb, passengers can find cheap flights Bangkok to Phuket for £18 return.

About Airport

Airports Providing Direct Flights

Direct flights Bangkok to Phuket depart from the following 2 airports in Bangkok: Suvarnabhumi Airport, known as Bangkok Airport (BKK), or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).

Travellers arriving in Phuket will arrive at Phuket International Airport (HKT), which is 32 km from the city centre of Phuket. This is the only airport in Phuket.

How to reach airports in Bangkok

From the city centre of Bangkok to Bangkok Airport you can travel by Metro, bus, or taxi.

A journey by Metro is one of the easiest and cheapest ways to reach the airport. Depart from Phayathai Station or other central Metro stations and alight at Bangkok Airport. The station is at the Departures Level. The journey will cost 45 THB (around £1) and take 26 mins.

Airport LimoBus Express operates a bus from the city centre to Bangkok Airport. The bus ticket costs 180 THB (around £4.20) and the journey takes 50 mins.

If you prefer not to wait for a bus or Metro train, a taxi will cost 260-320 THB (roughly £6-£8) and take around 20 mins depending on traffic.

How to get to Phuket city centre and other locations from Phuket Airport

From Phuket Airport you can reach the city centre or tourist destinations by bus, taxi or private transfer.

Phuket Smart Bus operates a service that will take you from Phuket International Airport to tourist destinations in Phuket Island. These include Nai Thon, Surin, Kamala, Patong and Kata beaches, with Rawai Beach as the final stop. The bus runs hourly from 6 am to 9 pm and tickets cost 100 THB (£2.30).

You can also book a private transfer car or shared minibus to travel to Phuket city centre. The cost ranges from 750 THB (£18) for a private car to 200 THB (£4.50) for a space in a shared minibus. Your private transfer must be booked in advance.

Finally, a taxi will cost 900-1100 THB (£21-£26) and take around 45 mins. Please note taxis will not accept passengers with bulky luggage.

About Airline

Which airlines provide the route?

Thai AirAsia, Nok Air, Thai Lion Air and other local airlines provide the route for flights Bangkok to Phuket.

Fastest Direct Flight

The fastest direct flight is from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) in Bangkok to Phuket Airport (HKT), and it takes 1 hr 20 mins. The longest direct flight is 1 hr 35 mins.

About Phuket

Phuket is a fascinating place with an unusual history. First colonised by Europeans (Dutch, Portuguese, French and British) in the 16th century, Phuket Island was then settled by large groups of Chinese workers during tin-mining boom in the 19^th century.

Combining with the local Siamese community, Baba (Peranakan) culture was born. This distinctive cultural heritage can be seen in everything from Phuket’s buildings to the cuisine.

Visitors will love the colourful mix of buildings and vibrant food, especially during Sunday Walking Street when the city centre is transformed into an open-air street food market. Go for a Thai massage or hike up to Khao Rang Viewpoint to see as far as the southeast coast of Phuket Island.

Tourist Attractions in Phuket

Old Town Phuket: Take in the colourful colonial buildings on Thalang Road, where Europe meets Asia, or dip into a museum to learn more about Phuket’s history. Don’t miss Chinpracha House, a beautifully preserved Sino-Portuguese mansion with exquisite decorative details both inside and out, including an arch-framed koi pond. Prefer to shop? Whether you’re into appraising antique Buddhas at Ranida antiques or buying sparkly dresses at Chandra boutique, there’s something for everyone in Old Town.

Phuket FantaSea: A theme park themed around Thai culture, here visitors will find cabaret performances, buffet meals, and traditional Thai performances with a different show every night. Expect beautifully dressed people and astonishing sights.

Wat Chalong Temple: The largest and most visited temple in Phuket, this site claims to hold a bone fragment from Buddha. Wat Chalong, also known as Chaitharam Temple, is of great religious and patriotic importance to Thai people as it was used as a refuge for Chinese workers during the Angyee rebellion of 1876. The pale pink and gold colour scheme of the temple complex is very Instagrammable and visitors can make an offering of fruit or incense.

Popular Hotels in Phuket

Trip.com has a range of accommodation options to suit every traveller. Book the best hotels in Phuket with Trip.com.

Thailand is well-known as a place with affordable luxury accommodation, and Phuket is no exception. Most of the 5-star resorts are outside of Phuket city centre on the famous beaches of Phuket Island, such as Marina Phuket Resort near Kata Beach and Mandarava Resort and Spa overlooking Karon Beach. These luxury resorts have outdoor swimming pools, spas, private balconies, and beautiful gardens – to name just a few features.

For a stay in the city centre, why not try the eye-catching Ibis Styles Phuket City in the heart of Phuket Old Town? Visitors will love the unique design of the hotel as well as the central location. Montree Phuket Hotel is another great option for comfort and convenience, nearby attractions include Thai Hua museum, Chinpracha House and Indi Night Market.

Best Time to Visit Phuket

One of the best times to visit Phuket is during Chinese New Year, typically Jan to mid Feb. During the festival the Old Town comes to life with feasts of traditional food, fireworks and colourful processions including the Dragon Procession. A special fair is also held at Wat Chalong, called Chalong Temple Fair, when the site is turned into a fairground with food stalls, decorative lights, fair rides, and live music.