Flying from Udon Thani Airport (UTH) to Phuket Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Udon Thani Airport to Phuket Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
Phuket's timezone is UTC+7, which is the same as Udon Thani.
To ensure you get on your UTH to HKT flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Thai AirAsia is your ticket to exploring Phuket (and maybe even some other great parts of Thailand!). Check out the direct flights from Udon Thani Airport to Phuket Airport offered by this popular airline.
Thai AirAsia is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Among carriers operating UTH to HKT flights, Thai AirAsia has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
How to find the cheapest flights from Udon Thani Airport (UTH) to Phuket Airport (HKT)
$73 is the lowest price for a one-way Udon Thani Airport to Phuket Airport flight. Return flights start at $143. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Book two months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from UTH to HKT.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Udon Thani Airport to Phuket Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from UTH to HKT by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Udon Thani Airport to Phuket Airport.
Handy information about Udon Thani Airport (UTH)
72% of flights that take off from Udon Thani Airport land at their destination on time.
Udon Thani Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Udon Thani. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near UTH. Whether you've booked an early flight from Udon Thani Airport to Phuket Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Phuket Airport (HKT)
If you're coming in on a late Udon Thani Airport to Phuket Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near HKT:
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 popular providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Phuket Airport around three weeks ahead.
Getting from Phuket Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Phuket. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Phuket Airport (HKT)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Udon Thani Airport to Phuket Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Phuket. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Udon Thani Airport to Phuket Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Phuket, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 24ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap tickets from UTH to HKT around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
You've seen Phuket, now it's time to discover more of what Thailand has to offer. Around 177 kilometres north-east, Surat Thani is a must-visit city that features top sights like Ang Thong National Marine Park.
Thinking about other great places to visit in Thailand? Travel 177 kilometres east of Phuket to Nakhon Si Thammarat. Hat Khanom - Mu Koh Thale Tai National Park is one of the highlights in the area.