Travelling from Ballina Byron Airport (BNK) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Phuket's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Phuket four hours behind Ballina.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BNK to HKT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Flying during a peak month like April? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to discover a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Ballina Byron Airport to Phuket International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is a sought-after stop between BNK and HKT.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ballina Byron Airport (BNK) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Right now, $586 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ballina Byron Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,110. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from BNK to HKT, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Ballina Byron Airport to Phuket International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from BNK to HKT.
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Handy information about Ballina Byron Airport (BNK)
78.1% of flights leaving from Ballina Byron Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Ballina Byron Airport is about 3 kilometres from central Ballina. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 5 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 15 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near BNK. Whether you're catching an early flight from Ballina Byron Airport to Phuket International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
If you're arriving on a late Ballina Byron Airport to Phuket International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near HKT:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Phuket International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and experience the lesser-explored corners of Phuket and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Phuket International Airport around three weeks ahead.
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
From Phuket International Airport, Phuket is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 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 Ballina Byron Airport to Phuket International Airport. February is the most popular month to visit Phuket. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Ballina Byron Airport to Phuket International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Phuket, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from BNK to HKT in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 24ºC and 30ºC on average.
Explore more of Thailand
Surat Thani is just one of the many places in Thailand waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Phuket. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.
Around 177 kilometres east of Phuket, Nakhon Si Thammarat is another essential 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.
