Flying from Larnaca International Airport (LCA) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Phuket's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Phuket five hours ahead of Larnaca.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to board your LCA to HKT flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Larnaca International Airport to Phuket International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LCA and HKT:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Larnaca International Airport (LCA) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Currently, R 4,017 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Larnaca International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 8,600. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from LCA to HKT, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Larnaca International Airport to Phuket International Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from LCA to HKT.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Larnaca International Airport to Phuket International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
Of all flights leaving Larnaca International Airport, 78.93% land on time at their destination.
Central Larnaca to Larnaca International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Need a handy hotel close to LCA? If you're catching an early flight from Larnaca International Airport to Phuket International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Larnaca International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near HKT instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Phuket International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and chase adventure across Phuket and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Phuket International Airport about three weeks ahead.
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 reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The quietest month for a flight from Larnaca International Airport to Phuket International Airport is April, while February is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Phuket based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Larnaca International Airport to Phuket International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Phuket, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LCA to HKT in January. Average temperatures are between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Thailand
Phuket has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Thailand waiting to be explored. Around 177 kilometres north-east of Phuket, a trip to Surat Thani will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.
Around 177 kilometres east of Phuket, Nakhon Si Thammarat is another essential stop in Thailand. Start your sightseeing at Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well.