Travelling from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Phuket Airport (HKT): what you need to know
The timezone in Phuket is UTC+7, which is six hours ahead of Rome.
Your FCO to HKT flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you want to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Phuket Airport. Here are the top stopovers between FCO and HKT:
Istanbul Airport
Dubai Airport
Singapore Changi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Phuket Airport (HKT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Rome Fiumicino Airport to Phuket Airport flight is 249 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 503 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from FCO to HKT, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Phuket Airport across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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 let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from FCO to HKT.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Phuket Airport.
Handy information about Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
78% of flights that depart Rome Fiumicino Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach Rome Fiumicino Airport from central Rome, it takes around 40 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes about 30 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near FCO. Whether you're catching an early flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Phuket Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Phuket Airport (HKT)
If you're arriving on a late Rome Fiumicino Airport to Phuket Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near HKT:
Hit the road running 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 main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Phuket Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Phuket Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Phuket. Driving there takes about 45 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Phuket Airport (HKT)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Phuket Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Phuket. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Phuket is March, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Phuket Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from FCO to HKT sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Thailand
You've checked off 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 attractions such as Ang Thong National Marine Park.
Want to visit Hat Khanom - Mu Koh Thale Tai National Park? Then find your way to Nakhon Si Thammarat. Another favourite stop in Thailand, it's located roughly 177 kilometres east of Phuket.