Travelling from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Phuket is ten hours ahead of Sao Paulo and observes the UTC+7 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your GRU to HKT flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Phuket International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between GRU and HKT:
Dubai Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
At the moment, $1,591 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $2,659. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from GRU to HKT. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Phuket International Airport.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Phuket International Airport.
Handy information about Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
75.54% of flights that depart Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Sao Paulo to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is approximately 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near GRU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Phuket International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Book a hotel close to HKT if you're taking a late Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Phuket International Airport rental car and explore Phuket and beyond with your own wheels. Asap car hire, Hertz and Chic Car Rent are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Phuket International Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
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 drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The quietest month for a flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Phuket International Airport is April, while February is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Phuket based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Phuket International Airport for March if you want to go to Phuket during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 32ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GRU to HKT in January. Average temperatures are between 24ºC and 30ºC then.
Explore more of Thailand
Phuket has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Thailand just waiting to be discovered. Around 177 kilometres north-east of Phuket, a visit to Surat Thani will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Thailand, head for Nakhon Si Thammarat, about 177 kilometres east of Phuket. Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well are among its highlights.