Cheap flights to Phuket City
Flights to Phuket City in 2021
Flight route prices based on searches on Cheapflights within the last 3 days, monthly prices based on aggregated historical data.
| Popular in | December | High demand for flights, 8% potential price rise |
| Cheapest in | October | Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop |
| Average price | R11 941 | Average for return flights in December 2021 |
| Return from | R6 399 | From Johannesburg to Phuket City |
Cheap flights to Phuket City in December, January 2021
The best prices found for HKT flights for December, January
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Phuket City
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17h 30mPhuket City
Johannesburg OR Tambo
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20h 35mQatar Airways
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Phuket City
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17h 30mPhuket City
Johannesburg OR Tambo
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20h 40mQatar Airways
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Phuket City
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35h 50mPhuket City
Johannesburg OR Tambo
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33h 05mQatar Airways
Phuket City 2021 flight deals
Cheap flights to Phuket City found for this year
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Phuket City
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17h 30mPhuket City
Johannesburg OR Tambo
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33h 05mQatar Airways
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Phuket City
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17h 30mPhuket City
Johannesburg OR Tambo
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20h 40mQatar Airways
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Phuket City
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35h 50mPhuket City
Johannesburg OR Tambo
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33h 05mQatar Airways
Last minute flights to Phuket City
Late deals on return flights to Phuket City, departing today and this week
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Phuket City
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27h 55mPhuket City
Johannesburg OR Tambo
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21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Phuket City
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41h 00mPhuket City
Johannesburg OR Tambo
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29h 45mMultiple Airlines
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38h 30mPhuket City
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Can I fly to Phuket City from South Africa right now?
Most visitors from South Africa need to provide a negative COVID-19 test result and/or quarantine to enter Phuket City.
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from South Africa must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) test taken 72 hours before departing to Phuket City.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from South Africa are not required to quarantine after entering Phuket City.
Documents
Thailand Pass - The Thailand Pass is a web-based system for Thai and foreign travelers to fill in their travel and health information and upload the related documents before travelling. This system is operational and will replace the COE system on 1 November, 2021. However, the COE will continue to be used for certain groups of travelers.
MorChana App - Alert application and contact tracing app to be used while in Thailand. Download via Apple Store or Google Play Store.
Can I fly back to South Africa from Phuket City?
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Phuket City must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) test taken 72 hours before departing to South Africa.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Phuket City are not required to quarantine after entering South Africa.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Phuket City?
The cheapest ticket to Phuket City found for each month in 2021 based on historical flight searches by Cheapflights users.
January
R8 877
February
R8 908
March
R8 765
April
R9 178
May
R8 162
June
R8 543
July
R9 083
August
R8 305
September
R8 194
October
R7 987
November
R8 083
December
R9 623
At the present moment the cheapest month to fly to Phuket City is currently October; with December being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.
When is the best time to fly to Phuket City?
Average Phuket City flight ticket prices and weather conditions for 2021 and 2022 by month
ZA1 - HKT | Price | R7 984 - R12 938 |
HKT | Temperature | 27 - 28 °C |
HKT | Precipitation | 30 - 410 mm |
Peak Season
The months from late November to early April are Phuket’s busiest months. Weather ranges from around 23°C to 31°C and these conditions draw crowds of visitors to the islands. April – the hottest time of the year, is also the month of the Songkran water festival and the Thai New Year. For those who want to be a part of the revelry, this is the best time to visit Phuket. However due to exponential demand, finding cheap flights to Phuket during this season is usually a challenge.
Off Season
Off-peak season in Phuket begins around May, during which temperatures drop and humidity rises. Rainfall also increases during this time, so it’s important for visitors to heed the warning signs on its beaches. In the following months leading up to and including September, the cheapest flight tickets and hotel deals in Phuket are easier to find.
When is the best time to book a flight to Phuket City?
The best time to book flights to Phuket City is 14 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
Which day is cheapest to fly to Phuket City?
At the moment, Wednesday is the most economical day to take a flight to Phuket City. Saturday is likely to be the most costly.
What time of day is cheapest to fly to Phuket City?
Phuket City flights can be made cheaper if you choose a flight in the evening. Booking a flight in the morning will likely mean higher prices.
When is the best time to book your flight to Phuket?
The best time to book cheap flights to Phuket is between March and early May. This shoulder season is when smart travellers should take advantage of discounted flight tickets and packages. Also, flights to Phuket between May and September are popular amongst visitors who enjoy experiencing the beauty of the rainy monsoon.
How long is the flight to Phuket?
Flights from Cape Town to Phuket: 23 hrs 30 mins (average 1 stop)
Flights from Johannesburg to Phuket: 18 hrs 15 mins (average 1 stop)
Flights from Durban to Phuket: 20 hrs 20 mins (average 1 stop)
Which airlines operate flights to Phuket?
The major airlines that offer flights to Phuket are Singapore Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Emirates, Etihad and Qatar. When starting to compare flights to Phuket, it’s useful to bear in mind that these different airlines have varying numbers of stops between flights.
How to get from the airport to the city centre?
Once you’ve secured your cheap flights to Phuket, there are a number of ways to secure transport from the airport to the city centre. For travellers who are confident enough to navigate their own way around the city, a number of car rental services are available and accessible from Phuket International Airport (HKT). Depending on your hotel, pre-arranged transfers are also an option. The Airport Bus is a cost-effective medium of transport to Phuket Town and runs approximately every hour from 08H00. The brightly coloured bus is hard to miss and is situated about 30 metres from arrivals. Limousine services with negotiable rates will also offer effective transport during your trip to Phuket.
What is good to know if travelling to Phuket City?
- Snorkeling is synonymous with this region in the Andaman Sea. Underwater activity enthusiasts planning to fly to Phuket don’t need to pack a wetsuit – with water temperatures ranging around 28°C, all that’s needed is good sun protection.
- Phuket has its fair share of indoor attractions – one of the most admired ones being the Phuket Trickeye Museum. The museum features a gallery of artwork crafted using the Trompe-l’oeil technique to produce 3D illusions. This interactive experience will add a mind-twisting dimension to your trip to Phuket.
- Indulge in the shopping frenzy of the Phuket Weekend Market. Promising more than an offering of the usual souvenirs, visitors can find vintage clothing, electronics, handmade items and delicious local cuisine.
- For culturally inclined travellers, Siam Niramit Phuket provides captivating theatrical performances. Once you’ve secured plane tickets to Phuket, it would be well worth booking a seat to see this showcase of Thai history, art and imagination.
What airport do you fly into for flights to Phuket City?
Travellers will need to book flights to Phuket (HKT) if they wish to fly to Phuket City. The Phuket City airport is 27,5 km from the city centre.