Travelling from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Chengdu: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 55 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Phuket International Airport to Chengdu.
Phuket International Airport is located in Phuket. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Chengdu is one hour ahead of Phuket.
Choose from 19 services each week between Phuket International Airport (HKT) and Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU). This is the most popular flight route.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your HKT to Chengdu flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Start your trip at HKT and travel nonstop to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Phuket International Airport to Chengdu tickets.
There's a good selection of airlines that operate direct flights from Phuket International Airport to Chengdu, such as:
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore another city. When browsing for plane tickets from HKT to Chengdu, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Located around 27 kilometres from central Phuket, HKT can be reached in about 45 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near HKT. Whether you have an early flight from Phuket International Airport to Chengdu or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights departing from Phuket International Airport, 72% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Chengdu
105 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Phuket International Airport to Chengdu flight. A return plane ticket starts at 192 €. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from HKT to Chengdu, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Phuket International Airport to Chengdu ticket.
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Airports in Chengdu
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to the centre of Chengdu takes around 50 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour to get there by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Phuket International Airport to Chengdu. Stay at one of these accommodation options near TFU instead:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Central Chengdu is around 16 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). After your flight from Phuket International Airport to Chengdu has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 45 minutes or so.
Following your HKT to Chengdu flight, kick back at a hotel near CTU. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport can be found at Airport Expressway Entrance.
Best time to go to Chengdu
February is the busiest month for flights from Phuket International Airport to Chengdu. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Chengdu in December.
Book a Phuket International Airport to Chengdu plane ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from HKT to Chengdu in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
More about Chengdu
After booking your flight from Phuket International Airport to Chengdu, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chengdu:
Jinli Ancient Street and Tianfu Panda Tower are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Chengdu must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Sichuan Museum.
Explore more of China
Nanchong is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Chengdu. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Lingyun Mountain Scenic Area, Xishan Scenic Area and Sichuan Nanchong Xishan Scenic Area Qileshan Scenic Area.
Tianshui is another well-known destination in China and is around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu. No trip is complete without experiencing Qimulin Mountain, Yuquan Temple and Tianshui Shenjin Mountain Provincial Forest Park.