Travelling from Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Phuket International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 40 minutes.
Phuket's timezone is UTC+7, making Phuket one hour behind Nanjing.
Every week, there are seven Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Phuket International Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board early, go for the 18:25 China Eastern Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 18:25 with China Eastern Airlines.
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 board your NKG to HKT flight.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Phuket International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Phuket — and maybe even more of Thailand if you have time.
China Eastern Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
With an impressive 91.67% of services landing on schedule, China Eastern Airlines has the best on-time record for NKG to HKT flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Phuket International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between NKG and HKT include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Tianfu International Airport
Kunming Changshui International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight is 146 €. A round-trip fare right now is 318 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get cheap tickets from NKG to HKT, book your trip six months ahead of your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Phuket International Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from NKG to HKT by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Phuket International Airport.
Handy information about Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)
NKG's address is Yingbin Rd.
Nanjing Lukou International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 85.92% of flights that take off from NKG arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To get to Nanjing Lukou International Airport from central Nanjing, it'll take about 40 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a convenient hotel near NKG? If you've booked an early flight from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Phuket International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HKT instead:
Grab a Phuket International Airport rental car and explore Phuket and beyond with your own set of wheels. Asap car hire, Hertz and Chic Car Rent are well-known companies to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Phuket International Airport about three weeks ahead.
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket International Airport to central Phuket has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
February is the most popular month for flights from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Phuket International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Phuket in April.
When booking your flight from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Phuket International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Phuket, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from NKG to HKT in January. Average temperatures are between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Thailand
Surat Thani is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be explored after you've experienced Phuket. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.
Around 177 kilometres east of Phuket, Nakhon Si Thammarat is another essential stop in Thailand. Experience major highlights starting with Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well.