Flying from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Utapao Airport (UTP): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Phuket International Airport to Utapao Airport.
Phuket and Rayong share the same timezone, UTC+7.
Flights from HKT to UTP start at 15:10 — the earliest with Bangkok Airways. The last departure is at 15:10 with Bangkok Airways. Overall, there are 20 weekly Phuket International Airport to Utapao Airport flights.
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 HKT to UTP flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Jetting into Rayong (and then discovering more of Thailand!) is a cinch with Bangkok Airways. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Phuket International Airport to Utapao Airport.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Bangkok Airways.
Bangkok Airways is the most punctual carrier offering HKT to UTP flights, with 67.21% of its services landing on schedule.
If you'd like to discover a different city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Phuket International Airport to Utapao Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Kuala Lumpur International Airport is a sought-after stop between HKT and UTP.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Utapao Airport (UTP)
R 319 is the lowest price for a one-way Phuket International Airport to Utapao Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 1,183. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Get cheap tickets from HKT to UTP by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Phuket International Airport to Utapao Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Of all flights leaving Phuket International Airport, 65.93% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Phuket to Phuket International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Phuket International Airport to Utapao Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to HKT:
Arriving at Utapao Airport (UTP)
If you're landing on a late Phuket International Airport to Utapao Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near UTP:
Pick up an Utapao Airport rental car and discover Rayong and beyond with your own wheels. Drive Car Hire, Avis and Localrent are well-known companies you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Utapao Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Utapao Airport (UTP) to central Rayong
Utapao Airport to the centre of Rayong has a drive time of about 55 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
When to fly to Utapao Airport (UTP)
March is the most popular month for flights from Phuket International Airport to Utapao Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Rayong in April.
When reserving your flight from Phuket International Airport to Utapao Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Rayong, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HKT to UTP in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Thailand
Rayong has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Thailand you should also see. About 145 kilometres north-west of Rayong, a trip to Bangkok will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew.
Around 80 kilometres north-west of Rayong, Chon Buri is another essential stop in Thailand. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall.