Travelling from Rio De Janeiro to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro's main base, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Phuket International Airport (HKT).
Phuket International Airport is located in Phuket. The city operates in the UTC+7 timezone and is 10 hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Rio De Janeiro to HKT.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to discover a new place or just have a break during your journey. When booking your flight from Rio De Janeiro to HKT, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Dubai Airport (DXB) is one option if you're taking off from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG).
From the centre of Rio De Janeiro, GIG is around 18 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Want a handy hotel near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Phuket International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
About Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Consider staying in a hotel close to HKT if you're catching a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Phuket International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket International Airport to the centre of Phuket is around 50 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
R 16,039 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Phuket International Airport. Return flights start from R 28,189. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to HKT, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare the prices of tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Phuket International Airport across the month. We've made the lowest fares green, so you can easily choose a flight within your budget.
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The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
April is the quietest time to fly to Phuket. Alternatively, join the crowds and visit in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Phuket International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
The warmest month in Phuket is March, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Rio De Janeiro to HKT in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 24ºC and 30ºC. Look for cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Phuket International Airport sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Phuket
Once you've booked your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Phuket International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Phuket:
Pum's Cooking School, Patong Beach and V.MarineTour- Phi Phi Islands Day Trip - Private Boat Charters are just two of the big attractions to put on your Phuket travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Tourist Information Centre Phuket Old Town.
Complete your Phuket trip with a car rental
Get behind the wheel of one of our car rentals in Phuket and see the sights at your own pace. Easily compare rates from trusted rental companies in one place after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Phuket International Airport.