Travelling from Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) to Phuket Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Around 6 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Beijing Capital Airport to Phuket Airport.
Phuket is one hour behind Beijing and follows the UTC+7 timezone.
You can choose from 11 weekly Beijing Capital Airport to Phuket Airport flights. The 11:10 departure with Air China is the earliest flight available. Air China operates the last service of the day at 16:05.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your PEK to HKT flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Air China is your gateway to exploring Phuket (and perhaps some other great parts of Thailand!). Check out the direct flights from Beijing Capital Airport to Phuket Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Air China.
Air China is a leader in on-time performance for PEK to HKT flights, with 80.0% of its services arriving on schedule.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Beijing Capital Airport to Phuket Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between PEK and HKT include:
Guangzhou Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Hong Kong Intl Airport
Handy information about Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Capital Airport has an excellent on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from PEK arrive at their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
Central Beijing to Beijing Capital Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Beijing Capital Airport to Phuket Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to PEK:
Arriving at Phuket Airport (HKT)
If you're coming in on a late Beijing Capital Airport to Phuket Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near HKT:
Travel at your own speed with a Phuket Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from asap car rental, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and see more of Phuket and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Phuket Airport around three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Phuket Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket Airport to the centre of Phuket has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Phuket Airport (HKT)
The quietest month for a flight from Beijing Capital Airport to Phuket Airport is March, while January is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Phuket based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Beijing Capital Airport to Phuket Airport, consider the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Phuket, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PEK to HKT in January. Temperatures average between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Thailand
See more of what Thailand has to offer with a trip to Surat Thani, located around 177 kilometres north-east of Phuket. From Ang Thong National Marine Park to other popular attractions, you'll have plenty of things to put on your to-do list here.
Looking for other well-known places to go in Thailand? Make tracks 177 kilometres east of Phuket to Nakhon Si Thammarat. Hat Khanom - Mu Koh Thale Tai National Park is one of the highlights in the area.