Flying from Chikkalthana Airport (IXU) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Phuket is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Aurangabad and follows the UTC+7 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your IXU to HKT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure 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 Chikkalthana Airport to Phuket International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between IXU and HKT:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chikkalthana Airport (IXU) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chikkalthana Airport to Phuket International Airport flight is $272. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $545. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from IXU to HKT. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Chikkalthana Airport to Phuket International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from IXU to HKT.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Chikkalthana Airport to Phuket International Airport.
Handy information about Chikkalthana Airport (IXU)
When it comes to Chikkalthana Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.18% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Aurangabad to Chikkalthana Airport is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of about 25 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Chikkalthana Airport to Phuket International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near IXU:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Chikkalthana Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HKT instead:
Grab a Phuket International Airport rental car and explore Phuket and beyond with your own set of wheels. Asap car hire, Hertz and Chic Car Rent are leading providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Phuket International Airport about three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket International Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from central Phuket. The drive time takes around 50 minutes.
Getting there 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 Chikkalthana Airport to Phuket International Airport is April, while February is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Phuket based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Chikkalthana Airport to Phuket International Airport for March if you'd like to visit Phuket during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from IXU to HKT in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest 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 explored after you've seen Phuket. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.
Nakhon Si Thammarat is another standout destination in Thailand and is around 177 kilometres east of Phuket. No journey is complete without visiting Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well.
