Flying from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know
New York is 11 hours behind Phuket and follows the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you get on your HKT to JFK flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as February? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Phuket International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between HKT and JFK:
Hong Kong International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
R 7,507 is the lowest price for a one-way Phuket International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 13,013. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from HKT to JFK. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Phuket International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across every month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Phuket International Airport (HKT)
65.93% of flights that leave from Phuket International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To reach Phuket International Airport from central Phuket, it takes around 50 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Phuket International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to HKT:
Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Phuket International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:
Grab a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car and explore New York and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Dollar and Sixt are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
From John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 1 hour 20 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
July is the most popular month for flights from Phuket International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. For a quieter experience, head to New York in May.
Book your flight from Phuket International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport for July if you want to go to New York during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HKT to JFK in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
New York has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 129 kilometres south-west of New York, a visit to Philadelphia will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Boston is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 306 kilometres north-east of New York. No trip is complete without a visit to Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.