Flying from Swami Vivekananda Airport (RPR) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Phuket is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Raipur and follows the UTC+7 timezone.
Your RPR to HKT flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak month like April? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Swami Vivekananda Airport to Phuket International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between RPR and HKT:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Swami Vivekananda Airport (RPR) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Swami Vivekananda Airport to Phuket International Airport flight is 122 €. A round-trip ticket is currently 238 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RPR to HKT if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when searching for a flight from Swami Vivekananda Airport to Phuket International Airport.
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Handy information about Swami Vivekananda Airport (RPR)
Of the departures from Swami Vivekananda Airport, 72.58% land on time at their destination.
Swami Vivekananda Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Raipur. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Swami Vivekananda Airport to Phuket International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near RPR:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Consider staying in a hotel near HKT if you're catching a late Swami Vivekananda Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure 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 usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Phuket International Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Phuket. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Swami Vivekananda Airport to Phuket International Airport. February is the busiest month to head to Phuket. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Swami Vivekananda 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).
January sees average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from RPR to HKT sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Thailand
Phuket has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Thailand waiting to be discovered. Around 177 kilometres north-east of Phuket, a trip to Surat Thani will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.
If there's time to check out another corner of 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 its highlights.