Flying from Chengdu to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering the departure point for your flight from Chengdu to Phuket International Airport (HKT). Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) are Chengdu's main airports.
Phuket is 1 hour behind Chengdu. Phuket International Airport is located in Phuket, which operates on the UTC+7 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chengdu to HKT. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
TFU is about 72 kilometres from central Chengdu. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour and 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
After a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Tianfu International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Chengdu to Phuket International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Searching for other options for a direct flight from Chengdu to Phuket International Airport (HKT)? Browse the fares leaving from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
You have a choice of airlines that have direct flights from Chengdu to HKT departing from CTU. Set off with any of these carriers and skip the layovers:
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Chengdu to Phuket International Airport, check out these options when taking off from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Koh Samui Airport (USM)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Driving from central Chengdu to CTU usually takes 31 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Chengdu to HKT, stay in one of these hotels close to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport:
About Phuket International Airport (HKT)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Chengdu to Phuket International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near HKT:
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.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chengdu to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Book a one-way ticket from Chengdu to Phuket International Airport from RM323 or travel return from just RM706. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from Chengdu to HKT. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
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The best time to fly from Chengdu to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
April is the quietest time of year to fly to Phuket. Alternatively, follow the crowds and get away in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Chengdu to Phuket International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Phuket. The warmest month is March. Book your flights from Chengdu to HKT sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 24ºC and 30ºC. Look for cheap flights from Chengdu to Phuket International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Phuket
Start your Phuket trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chengdu to Phuket International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Pum's Cooking School, Patong Beach and V.MarineTour- Phi Phi Islands Day Trip - Private Boat Charters are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Phuket must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Tourist Information Centre Phuket Old Town.
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