Flying from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Phuket's timezone is UTC+7, making Phuket 12 hours ahead of Kansas City.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your MCI to HKT flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
£513 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Kansas City International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. A return flight starts at £963. These fares can change based on availability.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from MCI to HKT. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Kansas City International Airport to Phuket International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
MCI is located at 601 Brasilia Avenue.
Kansas City International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 81.34% of flights that depart MCI arrive at their destination on time.
Central Kansas City to Kansas City International Airport is around 20 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near MCI. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Kansas City International Airport to Phuket International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Kansas City International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HKT instead:
Explore without limits with a Phuket International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and see more of Phuket and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Phuket International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
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 20 miles away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
February is the most popular month for flights from Kansas City International Airport to Phuket International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Phuket in April.
The warmest month in Phuket is March, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Kansas City International Airport to Phuket International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MCI to HKT in January. Average temperatures are between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Thailand
You've visited Phuket, now it's time to explore other corners of Thailand. Journey about 110 miles north-east to Surat Thani to check off its top sights. From Wat Tha Sai to Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 110 miles east of Phuket, Nakhon Si Thammarat is another favourite stop in Thailand. Start your sightseeing at Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well.