Flying from Sihanouk International Airport (KOS) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Sihanoukville and Phuket share the UTC+7 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your KOS to HKT flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you want to tour a different city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sihanouk International Airport to Phuket International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Kuala Lumpur International Airport is a popular stop between KOS and HKT.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sihanouk International Airport (KOS) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Currently, 135 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sihanouk International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 276 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from KOS to HKT. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Sihanouk International Airport to Phuket International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and bag a great deal.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from KOS to HKT.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sihanouk International Airport to Phuket International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sihanouk International Airport (KOS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sihanouk International Airport, data shows 78.65% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Sihanouk International Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Sihanoukville. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your flight from Sihanouk International Airport to Phuket International Airport off to a stress-free start. Just a short drive from KOS, book a night at Sok Sabay Resort and be well-rested for the trip ahead.
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
If you're landing on a late Sihanouk International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near HKT:
Grab a Phuket International Airport rental car and discover Phuket and beyond with your own set of wheels. Asap car hire, Hertz and Chic Car Rent are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Phuket International Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
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 get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
February is the most popular month for flights from Sihanouk International Airport to Phuket International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Phuket in April.
Book your flight from Sihanouk International Airport to Phuket International Airport for March if you want to visit Phuket during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from KOS to HKT in January if you like travelling 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 other parts of Thailand. Travel about 177 kilometres north-east to Surat Thani to tick off its leading sights. From Wat Tha Sai to Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 177 kilometres east of Phuket, Nakhon Si Thammarat is another favourite stop in Thailand. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well.
