Travelling from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Phuket Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Phuket's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Phuket five hours ahead of Cairo.
Leave plenty of time to catch your CAI to HKT flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cairo Airport to Phuket Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between CAI and HKT:
Dubai Airport
Sharjah Airport
Muscat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Phuket Airport (HKT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cairo Airport to Phuket Airport flight is $571. A return plane ticket is currently $1,066. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from CAI to HKT. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from Cairo Airport to Phuket Airport.
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Handy information about Cairo Airport (CAI)
Of the departures from Cairo Airport, 65% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Cairo to Cairo Airport is around 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour.
Looking for a handy hotel near CAI? If you're catching an early flight from Cairo Airport to Phuket Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Phuket Airport (HKT)
Reserve a hotel near HKT if you're on a late Cairo Airport to Phuket Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Phuket Airport rental car and explore Phuket and beyond with your own set of wheels. Asap car rental, Hertz and Chic Car Rent are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Phuket Airport around three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to Phuket Airport (HKT)
January is the most popular month for flights from Cairo Airport to Phuket Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Phuket in March.
Lock in your flight from Cairo Airport to Phuket Airport for March if you want to visit Phuket during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 32ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CAI to HKT in January. Average temperatures are between 24ºC and 30ºC then.
Explore more of Thailand
Thailand is home to loads of other awesome places to add to your travels, such as Surat Thani. About 177 kilometres north-east of Phuket, drop by top attractions like Ang Thong National Marine Park while you're here.
Ever wanted to explore Hat Khanom - Mu Koh Thale Tai National Park? Then set off for Nakhon Si Thammarat. Another fascinating destination in Thailand, it's around 177 kilometres east of Phuket.