Flying from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Phuket is four hours behind Canberra and observes the UTC+7 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your CBR to HKT flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Canberra Airport to Phuket International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between CBR and HKT include:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Perth Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Canberra Airport to Phuket International Airport flight is 249 €. A round-trip ticket is currently 680 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CBR to HKT if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Canberra Airport to Phuket International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and bag a great deal.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CBR to HKT.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Canberra Airport to Phuket International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Canberra Airport (CBR)
When it comes to Canberra Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72.61% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Canberra Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Canberra. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near CBR. Whether you've booked an early flight from Canberra Airport to Phuket International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Canberra Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HKT instead:
Explore without limits with a Phuket International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and discover more of Phuket and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Phuket International Airport around three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket International Airport to the centre of Phuket has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The quietest month for a flight from Canberra Airport to Phuket International Airport is April, while February is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Phuket based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Canberra Airport to Phuket International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Phuket, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CBR to HKT sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
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, well-known attractions include Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.
Nakhon Si Thammarat is another must-experience destination in Thailand and is around 177 kilometres east of Phuket. No trip is complete without experiencing Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well.