Nearest Airport to Phuket, TH
Phuket International Airport
Phuket, TH
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the nearest airport to Phuket?
The closest airport to Phuket is Phuket International Airport (HKT), located approximately 27 km away. Estimated driving time is 28 min.
How far is HKT airport from Phuket?
Phuket International Airport is 27 km (straight-line) from Phuket, with an estimated road distance of 37 km.
How do I get from HKT to Phuket?
From Phuket International Airport airport you can reach Phuket by private transfer, taxi, or rental car. Driving time is approximately 28 min. Book a fixed-price transfer via Transferhood.
Are there alternative airports near Phuket?
Yes. Alternative airports include Krabi Airport (KBV, 69 km) and Trang Airport (TST, 141 km).
Which airports serve Phuket?
Phuket is served by 3 international airports (closest: Langkawi International Airport, LGK) and 9 domestic airports (closest: Phuket International Airport, HKT).
How much does it cost to get from HKT to Phuket?
A fixed-price private transfer from Phuket International Airport to Phuket is typically the most predictable option and can be booked in advance via Transferhood. A metered taxi fare varies with traffic, and a rental car costs from around €25/day plus roughly €3 in fuel for the 37 km drive.
Nearest airport to Phuket
The nearest airport to Phuket is Phuket International Airport (HKT), approximately 27 km away as the crow flies, or about 37 km by road. Driving from HKT to Phuket takes around 28 min under normal traffic conditions. Phuket is reachable via 3 international and 9 domestic airports within range, so travelers arriving from abroad and those flying domestically both have convenient options.
Once you land at Phuket International Airport, the most common ways to reach Phuket are a pre-booked private transfer, a metered taxi, or a rental car. A fixed-price transfer is usually the most predictable option for the 37 km trip and can be booked in advance via Transferhood, while a rental car costs from around €25/day plus roughly €3 in fuel. See the full transfer cost breakdown for exact pricing.
If Phuket International Airport doesn't suit your itinerary, Phuket has 11 other nearby airports worth checking. Compare them all on our alternative airports page, or use compare airports to weigh distance, drive time and cost side by side.