Flying from Langkawi International Airport (LGK) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Phuket's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Phuket one hour behind Langkawi.
To ensure you catch your LGK to HKT flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time like April? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Langkawi International Airport to Phuket International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between LGK and HKT:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Penang International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Langkawi International Airport (LGK) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
RM166 is currently the best price for a one-way Langkawi International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. Return flights start from RM380. These fares may change depending on availability.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from LGK to HKT. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Langkawi International Airport to Phuket International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from LGK to HKT.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Langkawi International Airport to Phuket International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
When it comes to Langkawi International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 62.68% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Langkawi International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Langkawi. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near LGK? If you're boarding an early flight from Langkawi International Airport to Phuket International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
If you're arriving on a late Langkawi International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near HKT:
Travel at your own pace with a Phuket International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and experience more of Phuket and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Phuket International Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket International Airport to the centre of Phuket has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The quietest month for a flight from Langkawi International Airport to Phuket International Airport is April, while February is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Phuket based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Langkawi International Airport to Phuket International Airport for March if you want to explore Phuket during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LGK to HKT sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Thailand
Surat Thani is just one of the many places in Thailand waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Phuket. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.
Nakhon Si Thammarat is another must-experience destination in Thailand and is around 177 kilometres east of Phuket. No journey is complete without dropping by Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well.