Travelling from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Phuket is four hours ahead of Kuwait and observes the UTC+7 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to board your KWI to HKT flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kuwait International Airport to Phuket International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between KWI and HKT:
Dubai Airport
Sharjah International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
£165 is the lowest price for a one-way Kuwait International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. A return flight starts at £124. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from KWI to HKT, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Phuket International Airport.
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Handy information about Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Kuwait International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from KWI land on schedule 81.62% of the time.
To get to Kuwait International Airport from central Kuwait, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Need a convenient hotel near KWI? If you've booked an early flight from Kuwait International Airport to Phuket International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Consider booking a hotel near HKT if you have a late Kuwait International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Phuket International Airport rental car and explore Phuket and beyond with your own set of wheels. Asap car hire, Hertz and Chic Car Rent are top providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Phuket International Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket International Airport to central Phuket has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 20 miles away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Phuket International Airport. February is the busiest month to head to Phuket. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Phuket is March, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Kuwait International Airport to Phuket International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from KWI to HKT in January. Average temperatures are between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Thailand
You've seen Phuket, now it's time to explore other corners of Thailand. Journey about 110 miles north-east to Surat Thani to check off its popular sights. From Wat Tha Sai to Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 110 miles east of Phuket, Nakhon Si Thammarat is another favourite stop in Thailand. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well.