Flying from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
The timezone in Phuket is UTC+7, which is six hours ahead of Ljubljana.
To ensure you catch your LJU to HKT flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Phuket International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between LJU and HKT:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
R 7,799 is the lowest price for a one-way Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 12,824. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LJU to HKT. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Phuket International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU)
Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from LJU land at their destination as scheduled 80.37% of the time.
Central Ljubljana to Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 55 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Phuket International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to LJU:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
If you're landing on a late Ljubljana Joze Pucnik 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 not long after at one of these options near HKT:
Pick up a Phuket International Airport rental car and explore Phuket and beyond with your own set of wheels. Asap car hire, Hertz and Chic Car Rent are leading providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Phuket International Airport about three weeks before 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.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The quietest month for a flight from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Phuket International Airport is April, while February is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Phuket based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Phuket International Airport for March if you want to visit Phuket during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LJU to HKT in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
Surat Thani is just one of the many places in Thailand waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Phuket. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.
Nakhon Si Thammarat is another standout destination in Thailand and is around 177 kilometres east of Phuket. No journey is complete without seeing Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well.