Flying from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Vishakhapatnam Airport (VTZ): what you need to know
The timezone in Visakhapatnam is UTC+5:30, which is one hour 30 minutes behind Phuket.
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 catch your HKT to VTZ flight.
During popular months such as February, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Phuket International Airport to Vishakhapatnam Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between HKT and VTZ include:
Kempegowda International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Vishakhapatnam Airport (VTZ)
R 1,866 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Phuket International Airport to Vishakhapatnam Airport flight. Return flights start from R 3,915. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from HKT to VTZ, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Phuket International Airport to Vishakhapatnam Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from HKT to VTZ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Phuket International Airport to Vishakhapatnam Airport.
Handy information about Phuket International Airport (HKT)
65.93% of flights taking off from Phuket International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach Phuket International Airport from central Phuket, it'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Phuket International Airport to Vishakhapatnam Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to HKT:
Arriving at Vishakhapatnam Airport (VTZ)
If you're arriving on a late Phuket International Airport to Vishakhapatnam Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near VTZ:
Getting from Vishakhapatnam Airport (VTZ) to central Visakhapatnam
Vishakhapatnam Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Visakhapatnam. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Vishakhapatnam Airport (VTZ)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Phuket International Airport to Vishakhapatnam Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Visakhapatnam. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Visakhapatnam is May, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Phuket International Airport to Vishakhapatnam Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HKT to VTZ in January. Average temperatures are between 19ºC (66ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Nowrangapur is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered after you've seen Visakhapatnam. Around 193 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Hospital Church, Jai Hanuman Statue and Sri Satya Sai Mandir.
Vijayawada is another essential stop in India and is around 306 kilometres south-west of Visakhapatnam. No trip is complete without dropping by Kanaka Durga Temple, Prakasam Barrage and Victoria Museum.