Travelling from Sandakan Airport (SDK) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
The timezone in Phuket is UTC+7, which is one hour behind Sandakan.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SDK to HKT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Sandakan Airport to Phuket International Airport. Many passengers pass through Kuala Lumpur International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sandakan Airport (SDK) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Right now, £59 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sandakan Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £139. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from SDK to HKT. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Sandakan Airport to Phuket International Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from SDK to HKT.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Sandakan Airport to Phuket International Airport.
Handy information about Sandakan Airport (SDK)
Of all flights departing from Sandakan Airport, 74.17% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Sandakan to Sandakan Airport is approximately 4 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Looking for a handy hotel near SDK? If you're boarding an early flight from Sandakan Airport to Phuket International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sandakan Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HKT instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Phuket International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Chic Car Rent to explore Phuket and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Phuket International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket International Airport is roughly 20 miles from the centre of Phuket. The drive time takes around 50 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
February is the busiest month for flights from Sandakan Airport to Phuket International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Phuket in April.
Book your flight from Sandakan Airport to Phuket International Airport for March if you'd like to explore Phuket during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SDK to HKT in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
You've visited Phuket, now it's time to explore other corners of Thailand. Travel around 110 miles north-east to Surat Thani to check off its top attractions. From Wat Tha Sai to Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Thailand, consider Nakhon Si Thammarat, roughly 110 miles east of Phuket. Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well are key reasons to visit.
