Flying from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Phuket International Airport is 7 hours 20 minutes.
Phuket's timezone is UTC+7, making Phuket three hours 30 minutes ahead of Tehran.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your IKA to HKT flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Mahan Air offers direct flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Phuket International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Phuket — and maybe even more of Thailand if time allows.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Mahan Air on this route.
Among carriers operating IKA to HKT flights, Mahan Air has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Phuket International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between IKA and HKT include:
Hamad International Airport
Muscat International Airport
Sharjah International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Imam Khomeini International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight is R 11,682. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 12,747. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from IKA to HKT by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Phuket International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
When it comes to Imam Khomeini International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.19% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Tehran to Imam Khomeini International Airport is approximately 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Need a handy place to stay before your flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Phuket International Airport? Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are near IKA. They're a particularly good option if you're taking off early.
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
If you're getting in on a late Imam Khomeini International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these options near HKT:
Grab a Phuket International Airport rental car and discover Phuket and beyond with your own set of wheels. Asap car hire, Hertz and Chic Car Rent are popular providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Phuket International Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket International Airport to the centre of Phuket has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
February is the most popular month for flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Phuket International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Phuket in April.
Lock in your flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Phuket International Airport for March if you want to explore Phuket during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IKA to HKT sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
You've visited Phuket, now it's time to discover other corners of Thailand. Travel about 177 kilometres north-east to Surat Thani to tick off its top attractions. From Wat Tha Sai to Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Thailand, consider Nakhon Si Thammarat, about 177 kilometres east of Phuket. Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well are the start of reasons to visit.
