Flying from Macau International Airport (MFM) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
The timezone in Phuket is UTC+7, which is one hour behind Macau.
To ensure you catch your MFM to HKT flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Macau International Airport to Phuket International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between MFM and HKT include:
Don Mueang International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Macau International Airport (MFM) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Macau International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight is R 1,542. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 3,259. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MFM to HKT if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from Macau International Airport to Phuket International Airport.
Finding cheap flights from MFM to HKT is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Macau International Airport to Phuket International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Macau International Airport (MFM)
Of the departures from Macau International Airport, 74.57% land on time at their destination.
Central Macau to Macau International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of around 55 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Macau International Airport to Phuket International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to MFM:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Macau International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near HKT instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Phuket International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and experience more of Phuket and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Phuket International Airport around three weeks before you travel.
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 by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The quietest month for a flight from Macau International Airport to Phuket International Airport is April, while February is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Phuket based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Phuket is March, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Macau International Airport to Phuket International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MFM to HKT in January. Temperatures average between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Thailand
You've seen Phuket, now it's time to discover other parts of Thailand. Journey about 177 kilometres north-east to Surat Thani to tick off its must-visit sights. From Wat Tha Sai to Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Nakhon Si Thammarat is another standout destination in Thailand and is around 177 kilometres east of Phuket. No journey is complete without dropping by Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well.