Phuket International Airport (HKT) sits at the north of the island, about 45 minutes from Patong and Kata by car. Direct flights operate from Sydney and Melbourne on several carriers, with flight times around nine hours. Brisbane and Perth travellers often connect via Sydney, Singapore or Bangkok.
Compare baggage allowances and seat pitch if travelling with children. Overnight flights arrive in the morning local time, so book your first night accommodation and consider a late check-in request.
Prices spike in December, January and Australian school holidays. Booking two to three months ahead usually helps for peak dates.
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Flights from Australia to Phuket
Several airlines fly from major Australian cities to Phuket, with direct services from Sydney and Melbourne.
