Flying from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Phuket Airport (HKT): what you need to know
The timezone in Phuket is UTC+7, which is 12 hours ahead of Orlando.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MCO to HKT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Orlando International Airport to Phuket Airport. Many passengers pass through Dubai Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Phuket Airport (HKT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Orlando International Airport to Phuket Airport flight is 445 €. A round-trip ticket is currently 915 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from MCO to HKT. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Orlando International Airport to Phuket Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across each month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
Of the flights that depart from Orlando International Airport, 77% touch down on time at their destination.
Orlando International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport usually takes 1 hour.
Need a convenient hotel near MCO? If you're catching an early flight from Orlando International Airport to Phuket Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Phuket Airport (HKT)
Book a hotel close to HKT if you're on a late Orlando International Airport to Phuket Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Phuket Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from asap car rental, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and chase adventure across Phuket and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Phuket Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
When to fly to Phuket Airport (HKT)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Orlando International Airport to Phuket Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Phuket. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Orlando International Airport to Phuket Airport for March if you'd like to go to Phuket during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MCO to HKT in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
You've done Phuket, now it's time to explore more of what Thailand has to offer. Around 177 kilometres north-east, Surat Thani is a must-visit city featuring sights like Ang Thong National Marine Park.
Always wanted to see Hat Khanom - Mu Koh Thale Tai National Park? Then make your way to Nakhon Si Thammarat. Another notable stop in Thailand, it's around 177 kilometres east of Phuket.