Travelling from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
The timezone in Phuket is UTC+7, which is four hours behind Newcastle.
To ensure you catch your NTL to HKT flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as April? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to check out another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Newcastle Airport to Phuket International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is a popular stop between NTL and HKT.
How to find the cheapest flights from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
R 4,807 is the lowest price for a one-way Newcastle Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 11,497. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To find cheap tickets from NTL to HKT, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Newcastle Airport to Phuket International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Newcastle Airport (NTL)
70.76% of flights that depart Newcastle Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Newcastle Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Newcastle. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Get your flight from Newcastle Airport to Phuket International Airport off to a stress-free start. Only a quick drive from NTL, stay at Sleepy Hill Motor Inn and you'll be well-rested for the trip ahead.
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Newcastle Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near HKT instead:
Pick up a Phuket International Airport rental car and discover Phuket and beyond with your own wheels. Asap car hire, Hertz and Chic Car Rent are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Phuket International Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Phuket. The drive time takes around 50 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
February is the busiest month for flights from Newcastle Airport to Phuket International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Phuket in April.
The warmest month in Phuket is March, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Newcastle Airport to Phuket International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from NTL to HKT in January. Temperatures average between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Thailand
Phuket has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Thailand waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres north-east of Phuket, a trip to Surat Thani will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Thailand, head for 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 among its highlights.