Travelling from Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
The timezone in Phuket is UTC+7, which is three hours behind Proserpine.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your PPP to HKT flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you want to tour a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Whitsunday Coast Airport to Phuket International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is a popular stop between PPP and HKT.
How to find the cheapest flights from Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Whitsunday Coast Airport to Phuket International Airport flight is 264 €. A return fare right now is 580 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from PPP to HKT. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Whitsunday Coast Airport to Phuket International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and bag a great deal.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment the price changes on cheap flights from PPP to HKT.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Whitsunday Coast Airport to Phuket International Airport.
Handy information about Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)
61.81% of flights that depart Whitsunday Coast Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To get to Whitsunday Coast Airport from central Proserpine, it takes about 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Whitsunday Coast Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HKT instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Phuket International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and explore beyond Phuket's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Phuket International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket International Airport to the centre of Phuket has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Whitsunday Coast Airport to Phuket International Airport. February is the most popular month to visit Phuket. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Whitsunday Coast Airport to Phuket International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Phuket, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from PPP to HKT in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
You've visited Phuket, now it's time to discover other corners of Thailand. Journey around 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 full itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Thailand, consider Nakhon Si Thammarat, about 177 kilometres east of Phuket. Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well are among its highlights.
