Travelling from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Phuket's timezone is UTC+7, making Phuket one hour 30 minutes ahead of Bagdogra.
Leave plenty of time to catch your IXB to HKT flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Bagdogra Airport to Phuket International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between IXB and HKT include:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bagdogra Airport to Phuket International Airport flight is R 1,808. A return fare is currently R 4,080. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from IXB to HKT. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Bagdogra Airport to Phuket International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from IXB to HKT.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Bagdogra Airport to Phuket International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
Of all flights leaving Bagdogra Airport, 73.66% arrive on time at their destination.
Bagdogra Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Bagdogra. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Bagdogra Airport to Phuket International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near IXB:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
If you're arriving on a late Bagdogra Airport to Phuket International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly 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 outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Phuket International Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
From Phuket International Airport, Phuket is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Bagdogra Airport to Phuket International Airport. February is the most popular month to head to Phuket. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Phuket is March, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Bagdogra Airport to Phuket International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from IXB to HKT in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
You've visited Phuket, now it's time to explore other parts of Thailand. Journey about 177 kilometres north-east to Surat Thani to check off its popular sights. From Wat Tha Sai to Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 177 kilometres east of Phuket, Nakhon Si Thammarat is another favourite stop in Thailand. No visit is complete without checking out Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well.