Flying from Tiruchirapalli International Airport (TRZ) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
The timezone in Phuket is UTC+7, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Tiruchirapalli.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your TRZ to HKT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tiruchirapalli International Airport (TRZ) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Tiruchirapalli International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight is R 1,743. A round-trip ticket right now is R 3,669. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from TRZ to HKT. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Tiruchirapalli International Airport to Phuket International Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from TRZ to HKT by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Tiruchirapalli International Airport to Phuket International Airport.
Handy information about Tiruchirapalli International Airport (TRZ)
Of the departures from Tiruchirapalli International Airport, 70.17% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Tiruchirapalli International Airport from central Tiruchirapalli, it'll take about 10 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking an early flight from Tiruchirapalli International Airport to Phuket International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to TRZ:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Tiruchirapalli International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HKT instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Phuket International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and venture far and wide through Phuket and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Phuket International Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Phuket. Driving there takes about 50 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
February is the most popular month for flights from Tiruchirapalli International Airport to Phuket International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Phuket in April.
The warmest month in Phuket is March, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Tiruchirapalli International Airport to Phuket International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from TRZ 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
Phuket is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Thailand waiting to be discovered. About 177 kilometres north-east of Phuket, a trip to Surat Thani will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.
Nakhon Si Thammarat is another must-experience destination in Thailand and is around 177 kilometres east of Phuket. No journey is complete without a visit to Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well.