Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Phuket's timezone is UTC+7, making Phuket 11 hours ahead of Durham.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your RDU to HKT flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Opt for a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phuket International Airport. Frankfurt Airport is a top stopover on the RDU to HKT route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight is 495 €. A round-trip fare is currently 836 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from RDU to HKT. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phuket International Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from RDU to HKT.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phuket International Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from RDU arrive at their destination as scheduled 80.09% of the time.
Central Durham to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is around 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Have an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phuket International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near RDU:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
If you're coming in on a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near HKT:
Travel at your own pace with a Phuket International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and experience more of Phuket and beyond.
Booking your ride from Phuket International Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
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.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phuket International Airport. February is the busiest month to visit Phuket. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Phuket International Airport, consider the kind 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 RDU to HKT in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
Phuket has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Thailand just waiting to be explored. Around 177 kilometres north-east of Phuket, a trip to Surat Thani will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Thailand, head for 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 the biggest draws.