Flying from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
The timezone in Buenos Aires is UTC-3. The city is ten hours behind Phuket, where Phuket International Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your HKT to Buenos Aires flight.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Whether you want to explore a new place along the way or just take a break, we make it a breeze to book flight tickets from HKT to Buenos Aires with a stopover. To compare your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is a popular stop to make.
Located around 27 kilometres from central Phuket, HKT can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
In search of a hotel near HKT? If you've booked an early flight from Phuket International Airport to Buenos Aires, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
Of all flights departing from Phuket International Airport, 65.93% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Buenos Aires
R 15,021 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Phuket International Airport to Buenos Aires flight. A return ticket right now is R 28,439. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from HKT to Buenos Aires. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Landing cheap tickets from Phuket International Airport to Buenos Aires is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest prices across every month and pick up a sweet deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from HKT to Buenos Aires by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Phuket International Airport to Buenos Aires by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
The distance from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to central Buenos Aires is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Phuket International Airport to Buenos Aires, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near AEP:
Hit the road running by picking up a Jorge Newbery Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, Localiza or rentar low cost to explore Buenos Aires and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Jorge Newbery Airport about one week ahead of your flight from HKT to Buenos Aires.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Once your flight from Phuket International Airport to Buenos Aires has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Buenos Aires is roughly 32 kilometres from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
The journey will take roughly 2 hours 10 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to EZE. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your HKT to Buenos Aires flight:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare rates and availability from Hertz, Cactus and Localiza.
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from EZE one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
Travel to Buenos Aires in high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Phuket International Airport to Buenos Aires during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Book a Phuket International Airport to Buenos Aires flight ticket with a departure in January if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from HKT to Buenos Aires around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Buenos Aires
Start your Buenos Aires trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Phuket International Airport to Buenos Aires, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Recoleta Cemetery, Obelisco de Buenos Aires and Casa Rosada are must-do's during your Buenos Aires adventure.
Explore more of Argentina
Buenos Aires has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Argentina just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres north-west of Buenos Aires, a visit to Rosario will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Monumento a la Bandera (Flag Monument), Predio Ferial Parque de la Independencia and Parque Nacional a la Bandera.
Around 386 kilometres south of Buenos Aires, Mar Del Plata is another favourite stop in Argentina. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Casino Central de Mar del Plata, Centro Cultural Villa Victoria Ocampo and Villa Ortiz Basualdo.Museo Municipal de Arte Juan Carlos Castagnino.
