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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Phuket to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.399 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Jun, returning Fri, 4 Jul.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Phuket on Fri, 27 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 4 Jul, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From 399 €, select.
Istanbul.436 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Jul, returning Sat, 23 Aug.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Phuket on Sun, 27 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 23 Aug, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From 436 €, select.
Istanbul.440 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Jul, returning Mon, 21 Jul.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Phuket on Mon, 7 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 21 Jul, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From 440 €, select.
Istanbul.444 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec, returning Wed, 10 Dec.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Phuket on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From 444 €, select.
Istanbul.445 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Nov, returning Wed, 26 Nov.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Phuket on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From 445 €, select.
Istanbul.445 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Oct, returning Mon, 20 Oct.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Phuket on Sat, 11 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From 445 €, select.
Istanbul.445 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Sep, returning Mon, 6 Oct.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Phuket on Mon, 29 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From 445 €, select.
Istanbul.445 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Sep, returning Sat, 20 Sep.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Phuket on Sun, 14 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 20 Sep, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From 445 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Phuket to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Phuket to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in July.
Jun
from 447 €
Jul
from 440 €
Aug
from 467 €
Sep
from 445 €
Oct
from 445 €
Nov
from 445 €
Dec
from 444 €
Jan
from 448 €
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Mar
from 527 €
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Phuket to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found399 €
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time10 hrs, 51 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week22

Finding cheap flights from Phuket to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.
The best price we found for a return flight from Phuket to Istanbul is 399 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
10 hours and 51 minutes is the average flight time from Phuket to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines, Thai Airways and Icelandair fly direct from Phuket to Istanbul.
As of June 2025, there are 11 flights per week flying from Phuket to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Phuket to Istanbul is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from Phuket Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul – which is 34.4 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from 399 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Phuket Airport to Istanbul on Friday, 27 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 51 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.
Currently, Etihad Airways and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Phuket International Airport to Istanbul is 9 hours 30 minutes.

  • Phuket International Airport is located in Phuket. Following the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is four hours behind Phuket.

  • The most popular route is from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Take your pick of six weekly services between these two airports. Turkish Airlines offers a 08:00 departure between HKT and IST.

  • For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your HKT to Istanbul flight.

  • If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.

  • Start your journey at HKT and travel nonstop to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). That will be your arrival point when searching for Phuket International Airport to Istanbul tickets.

  • Turkish Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Phuket International Airport to Istanbul.

  • We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from HKT to Istanbul with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

  • Located around 27 kilometres from central Phuket, HKT can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • In search of a hotel close to HKT? If you're boarding an early flight from Phuket International Airport to Istanbul, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:

  • 65.93% of flights leaving from Phuket International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Istanbul

  • 219 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Phuket International Airport to Istanbul flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 399 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.

  • Score cheap flights from HKT to Istanbul by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • The best month for scoring cheap Phuket International Airport to Istanbul tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • There's no need to keep looking every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from HKT to Istanbul.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Phuket International Airport to Istanbul.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to the centre of Istanbul takes about 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes to get there by public transport.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Phuket International Airport to Istanbul. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IST instead:

  • Pick up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and discover Istanbul and beyond with your own wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are well-known companies you can book with here.

  • Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from HKT to Istanbul.

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is roughly 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. Once you've hopped off your flight from Phuket International Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.

  • Following your HKT to Istanbul flight, kick back at a hotel near SAW. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long cab lines. Pick up a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare availability and rates from Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent.

  • Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from SAW four weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a wider range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • Visit Istanbul in high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Phuket International Airport to Istanbul in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.

  • The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Phuket International Airport to Istanbul plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Search for cheap tickets from HKT to Istanbul in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.

More about Istanbul

  • Start your Istanbul trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Phuket International Airport to Istanbul, browse our selection of hotels including:

  • Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Istanbul.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • Izmir is another well-known destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without experiencing Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.

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