Travelling from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB) to Phuket Airport (HKT): what you need to know
The timezone in Phuket is UTC+7, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Colombo.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your CMB to HKT flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Phuket Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between CMB and HKT include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Singapore Changi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB) to Phuket Airport (HKT)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Phuket Airport flight is $299. A return fare right now is $543. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from CMB to HKT, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Phuket Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from CMB to HKT is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Phuket Airport.
Handy information about Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB)
Of all flights departing from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport, 69% touch down on time at their destination.
Colombo Bandaranayake Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near CMB? If you're boarding an early flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Phuket Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Phuket Airport (HKT)
Book a hotel close to HKT if you're catching a late Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Phuket Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Phuket Airport rental car and explore Phuket and beyond with your own wheels. Asap car rental, Hertz and Chic Car Rent are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Phuket Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
When to fly to Phuket Airport (HKT)
The quietest month for a flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Phuket Airport is March, while January is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Phuket based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Phuket Airport for March if you want to go to Phuket during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 24ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap tickets from CMB to HKT sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
Explore more of Thailand with a visit to Surat Thani, located about 177 kilometres north-east of Phuket. From Ang Thong National Marine Park to other top attractions, you'll find plenty of things to add to your to-do list.
Want ideas for other notable places to go in Thailand? Make tracks 177 kilometres east of Phuket to Nakhon Si Thammarat. Hat Khanom - Mu Koh Thale Tai National Park is a highlight in the area.