Flying from El Nido Airport (ENI) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Phuket is one hour behind El Nido and is in the UTC+7 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your ENI to HKT flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like May. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from El Nido Airport (ENI) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way El Nido Airport to Phuket International Airport flight is 133 €. A round-trip fare right now is 361 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from ENI to HKT. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from El Nido Airport to Phuket International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ENI to HKT by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from El Nido Airport to Phuket International Airport.
Handy information about El Nido Airport (ENI)
El Nido Airport is around 2 kilometres from central El Nido. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 5 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 15 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near ENI. Whether you have an early flight from El Nido Airport to Phuket International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Consider staying in a hotel close to HKT if you have a late El Nido Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own speed with a Phuket International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and see more of Phuket and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Phuket International Airport about 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 reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 20 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from El Nido Airport to Phuket International Airport. February is the busiest month to visit Phuket. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from El Nido Airport to Phuket International Airport for March if you'd like to go to Phuket during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ENI to HKT in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
You've visited Phuket, now it's time to explore more of Thailand. Journey about 177 kilometres north-east to Surat Thani to tick off its popular sights. From Wat Tha Sai to Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 177 kilometres east of Phuket, Nakhon Si Thammarat is another essential stop in Thailand. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well.