Flying from Albuquerque Airport (ABQ) to Phuket Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Phuket's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Phuket 14 hours ahead of Albuquerque.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ABQ to HKT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a peak month such as October? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Albuquerque Airport (ABQ) to Phuket Airport (HKT)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Albuquerque Airport to Phuket Airport flight is 607 €. A return ticket right now is 1.142 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ABQ to HKT. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Albuquerque Airport to Phuket Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from ABQ to HKT.
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Handy information about Albuquerque Airport (ABQ)
The address for ABQ is 2200 Sunport Blvd. SE.
Albuquerque Airport has an excellent on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from ABQ touch down on schedule 85% of the time.
To reach Albuquerque Airport from central Albuquerque, it'll take around 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Albuquerque Airport to Phuket Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to ABQ:
Arriving at Phuket Airport (HKT)
If you're arriving on a late Albuquerque Airport to Phuket Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near HKT:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Phuket Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from asap car rental, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and explore beyond Phuket's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Phuket Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Phuket Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket Airport to the centre of Phuket has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Phuket Airport (HKT)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Albuquerque Airport to Phuket Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Phuket. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Albuquerque Airport to Phuket Airport for March if you'd like to go to Phuket during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ABQ to HKT sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
Thailand is home to plenty of other awesome places that will add to your adventure, such as Surat Thani. About 177 kilometres north-east of Phuket, check out leading sights like Ang Thong National Marine Park while you're here.
Eager to explore Hat Khanom - Mu Koh Thale Tai National Park? Then make your way to Nakhon Si Thammarat. Another worthwhile stop in Thailand, it's located roughly 177 kilometres east of Phuket.