Travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Phuket Airport (HKT): what you need to know
The timezone in Phuket is UTC+7, which is 15 hours ahead of Vancouver.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your YVR to HKT flight.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Phuket Airport (HKT)
Right now, 278 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Phuket Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 562 €. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from YVR to HKT, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Vancouver International Airport to Phuket Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
77% of flights leaving from Vancouver International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach Vancouver International Airport from central Vancouver, it takes about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near YVR. Whether you're catching an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Phuket Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Phuket Airport (HKT)
If you're landing on a late Vancouver International Airport to Phuket Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near HKT:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Phuket Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from asap car rental, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and explore beyond Phuket's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Phuket Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Phuket Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Phuket. Driving there takes about 45 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Phuket Airport (HKT)
January is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Phuket Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Phuket in March.
Lock in your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Phuket Airport for March if you want to visit Phuket during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YVR to HKT in January. Average temperatures are between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Thailand
You've seen Phuket, now it's time to explore more of what Thailand has to offer. Around 177 kilometres north-east, Surat Thani is a must-visit city featuring sights like Ang Thong National Marine Park.
Looking for other well-known places to visit in Thailand? Travel 177 kilometres east of Phuket to Nakhon Si Thammarat. Hat Khanom - Mu Koh Thale Tai National Park is among the highlights in the area.