Thailand phuket airports international. Air harbor infrastructure. Arrival at the airport

The airport in Phuket is one of the largest in Thailand (after Suvarnabhumi in Bangkok), most of flights are tourist boards from all over the world.

• official name: Phuket International airport;
• international code (IATA): HKT;
• ICAO code: VTSP.

Aeroflot's most popular Moscow Phuket flight among Russians lands at Phuket Airport, in addition to Aeroflot, others fly to the island Russian airlines(Nordwind Airlines, S7 Airlines, UTair Aviation, etc.).

The average flight duration between Moscow and Phuket is 9 hours, but due to the change of time zones (4 hours), the flight time of the Phuket Moscow flight is different. You will spend the same time in the air, but the time will shift in time zones, such a time machine.

Flight time to Phuket by direct flight from Russian cities:

• from St. Petersburg - 10 hours;
• from Rostov-on-Don, Chelyabinsk, Kazan - 9 hours;
• from Omsk, Yekaterinburg, Kemerovo, Samara, Surgut, Khabarovsk - 8 hours;
• from Krasnoyarsk, Novosibirsk, Irkutsk, Vladivostok - 7 hours.

Phuket airport online board of departures and arrivals

All flights from the Phuket airport online scoreboard departure and arrival, including charter flights from Russia. This schedule is provided by the Yandex service, but you can find a similar online scoreboard on the airport's official website (more on that later).

How to get from the airport

Most of those who have flown to Phuket are tourists who are heading to the numerous beaches of the island. There are several ways to get to all the beaches of the island, the cheapest and most tedious is public transport, and the easiest and most comfortable is to book a transfer, we’ll talk about how to do this in more detail now.

Taxi at the airport

Taxi at the airport can be divided into relatively inexpensive Taxi-Meter (public) and relatively expensive Limousine Service (private). It is quite convenient to use a taxi, and if you do not find fault with trifles, then for most tourists this method of transportation is quite suitable.

I somehow didn’t work out with Thai taxi drivers, and on most trips there were all sorts of oddities, from outright divorces with the substitution of banknotes, to stubborn persistence.

I encountered the impudence of Thai taxi drivers when I was driving a taxi from the Cambodian border to Pattaya. There were two passengers in the car, me and my friend. A friend lived in the center of Pattaya, and I lived in the Jomtien area, having arrived in the city center, the taxi driver unloaded our things on the road and left. I tried to arrange the continuation of the trip, but the carrier said that it was end point and he won't go any further. It’s good that it was Pattaya, which never sleeps, it’s a matter of two minutes to find another taxi driver in it.

The main difference between Taxi-Meter and Limousine Service is more comfortable cars and prices, which are much higher for the second option.

Transfer from airport

Transfer is a very convenient thing and here's why. There is no need to look for a taxi, bargain about the cost (the transfer is not much more expensive than a taxi), yes, in principle, there is no need to even talk with the driver. Practice has shown that there are much fewer overlaps with transfers than with ordinary taxi drivers, cars are more comfortable, and drivers are more disciplined.

It works very simply, you order a transfer (), indicate the arrival time, flight number, where to go, what to write on the sign with which you will be met at the airport (once I joked and wrote Mr. President, this was the inscription on the sign :) ).

At the exit from the airport, a driver with a sign is already waiting for you, helping to cope with luggage (if there are a lot of things, then this is very important point) and takes you where you indicated, you don’t need to pay the driver for the trip (so it’s not necessary to change the currency right at the airport, you pay for the trip itself when ordering a transfer), but tips are welcome.

If you have a large company, then the transfer justifies itself from the economic side. A simple example, the price of a taxi to Patong is from 700 to 1,500 baht, today (July 7, 2016) it is from 1,300 rubles to 2,800 rubles, and a transfer costs from 900 baht (1,600 rubles). , link. It is also very convenient when departing, no hassle, booked a transfer in advance and you are completely sure that everything will go as expected. I will write about how I used the transfer in Phuket in one of the following posts.

Car rental directly at Phuket airport

If everything is OK with your money, you like to drive a car and want to drive around not only the whole of Phuket, but also neighboring provinces, then renting a car will be the best for you.

The most popular car rental companies are right at the airport: Avis, Bizcar Rental, Budget, Hertz, National, Sixt, Thai Rent A Car, etc. In order not to waste your time renting a car upon arrival, and the car will be prepared exactly for your arrival on the island.

If you are flying to Phuket for the first time, then you should remember that all the cars here are right-handed (due to the organization of traffic), but you should not be afraid of this, you quickly get used to it. Be sure to buy advanced insurance that has a "Public Liability Insurance" item (may be useful). read the link.

Minivans at the airport

You can get from the airport to any beach or hotel using the minivan service. The minivan service is a mixture of taxis and public transport, they don’t look like our minibuses either, in a word, a Thai hybrid. Now I’ll tell you in detail how you can use these minivans, it’s worth noting that they don’t work at night.

Even at the airport, you will be offered to use the minivan service, promising to deliver you to Right place. The cost of the service is much cheaper than a taxi (about 150 baht from the airport to Patong), then you load into a minibus and wait for it to fill up.

After waiting and filling the minivan, everyone is taken to waypoint collection (as a rule, this is the office of the company), they offer everyone to pay extra (from 50 baht) for delivery exactly to the place you specified, otherwise you will either have to walk (from the drop-off point from the minivan to your hotel), or already on the spot take a taxi (which is clearly more expensive than 50 baht).

As I said earlier, the service works only during the day and is not very convenient for tourists from big amount suitcases.

Public buses from airport to city

The most budgetary, long and not convenient option to get from the airport to your hotel - these are public buses. There are several public bus routes in Phuket and as a rule, they all go through main city Phuket Town islands. There are no direct buses from the airport to Patong (Karon, Kata and other beaches), you will first have to go to Phuket Town, then transfer to a bus to Patong (Karon, Kata, etc.).

The cost of the trip is no more than 150 baht, but spend 1,500 baht on everything.

Airport to Patong

From Phuket Airport to Karon Beach

From Phuket Airport to Kata Beach

Kata Beach is considered one of the expensive places For beach holiday and it is located right behind the Karon beach. All public transport, which is not much on the island, travels to Kata exclusively through Phuket Town. Such logistics is not suitable for most vacationers on Karon, and the contingent of vacationers on Katya is such that they do not particularly strive to use public transport.

A taxi from the airport to Kata costs almost the same as to neighboring Karon (the beaches are nearby) from 800 to 1,800 baht.

But what's the point of taking a taxi when a full-fledged transfer (with a meeting at the airport, a tiny Thai carrying your huge suitcases, a positive mood and a clean car interior) to your hotel on Katya costs a little more than 1,500 rubles (rubles, not baht). .

Phuket Airport Official Website

Phuket Airport has an official website (www.phuketairportthai.com), which is translated into Russian. Despite the incomplete and slightly clumsy translation, the most important information for a tourist can be found on it.

The site has a board of departure and arrival, flight schedule, information on VAT refund, information about lost luggage, airport maps and other useful tourist information.

Phuket airport map

The multi-storey building consists of several floors where the arrival/departure terminals of local and international airlines, duty-free shops, ticket offices and much more are located. The terminal building is very compact, but everything is very well thought out and logistics does not cause any problems for passengers. The zones of local and international flights are spaced apart on different sides, on the left - local, on the right - international. The arrival area is located on the first floor, and the departure area on the second. The ticket offices of airlines are located on the third floor of the building; you can get to the ticket offices from the departure area.

Arrival area at Phuket airport

Arriving tourists enter the baggage claim hall if you flew international lines, then there will be passport control in front of the luggage and the only non-smiling Thais on the whole island. Access to the airport building is not always possible along the sleeve, especially at peak tourist season, you will have to take a bus from the plane to the terminal building.

After receiving your luggage, do not rush to leave the airport building and here's why. In the arrivals area there are all the services and goods necessary for a tourist, from ordering a taxi (read about this a little higher), to the opportunity to get completely free SIM cards and the same free Phuket cards (look for free maps of the island on advertising racks).

If you are a package tourist, then the meeting guide will be waiting for you right here.

Near the exit from the arrivals area there are several exchangers and ATMs, the exchange rate is so-so, but I change the first dollars here.

If you are hungry or miss Thai cuisine, then you will find several eateries nearby, but you can’t smoke in front of everyone, they are equipped for this. special places for smoking.

Departure area at Phuket airport

After the metal detectors and other security checks, you find yourself in the check-in hall for the flight. All racks have detailed information and colorful banners, so finding where to check in for your flight is easy. From this hall you can go to the third floor, where ticket offices and airline offices are located.

If you are flying from Thailand, then after passing through passport control you can return VAT (VAT Refund), there is a specially equipped place for this.

For fans Thai massage there is a small massage parlor, so you can relax before the flight, be vigilant and do not miss your flight.

For those who like to eat, there are cafes and restaurants in the terminal, of course there are no macaroons here, but the standard Burger King, Dunkin’ Donuts and the like are present.

For shoppers, there are small duty-free shops; the choice in Phuket dutiks is quite standard. But what I recommend you buy here as a gift to relatives and friends is a set of live orchids. Any kind of currency (dollars, euros, baht) goes to airport stores, so there is complete financial freedom.

For smokers, there are several smoking rooms where you can tar to your heart's content.

This island airport seemed small and cozy to me, but this is probably due to the positive emotions that remained from the next vacation on the island in the kingdom of a thousand smiles. :)

Phuket Airport on the map

Have a good rest on the magnificent Phuket beaches.

One of the most convenient ways to get to Phuket Island is by plane. Today I will tell you a lot about Phuket airport and its infrastructure. international Airport Phuket Island is the second airport in Thailand after Suvarnabhum in terms of traffic. For more than 20 years, it has been pleasing tourists from all over the world with domestic and international flights.

You can fly here on a direct flight from Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Indonesia, China, South Korea, Japan, Australia, Germany, Russia, Finland, Switzerland, France, Belgium, Israel, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Denmark and other countries. The airport is located in the northern part of Phuket, 35 kilometers from Phuket Town.

The transport system at the airport is quite developed, to any hotel or guesthouse. from the airport to the beaches and other nearby provinces are not cheap compared to other regions of Thailand, but there is always a choice. Unfortunately, the reverse process is not so simple. The only way to get to Phuket Airport is by taxi or city bus, which departs from Phuket Town on schedule. Another alternative is that they will pick you up at the hotel at the right time, all without unnecessary nerves, you do not have to search and bargain with taxi drivers.

Opened in 2016 new terminal airport. Now there is a division of flights: all international flights they arrive and depart from the new terminal, locals from the old one. Both terminals are connected free bus and a 200-meter walking path.

Map of the local airport terminal in Phuket - Terminal D

The local terminal of Phuket Airport consists of three floors. All arrivals are on the first floor, departures are on the second. On the third floor there are airline offices, restaurants and cafes.

Map of the international airport terminal in Phuket - Terminal I

On the first floor in international terminal there are all arrivals, on the second - passport control and check-in counters, on the third - departures, on the fourth - shops and restaurants. The map is clickable and opens in a new window.

Phuket airport. Arrival

After landing at the Phuket airport, you go through the sleeve to the baggage claim hall. In the international terminal, in front of the baggage belts, there is passport control, and in the hall itself there is a micro-duty-free. If you haven't found your baggage (God forbid!), you should go to the lost baggage desk located in each baggage claim area. You must fill out a form about you, your lost baggage and your future residence in Phuket. You are left with a yellow copy of this form, according to which, upon arriving at the hotel, at the reception, you can find out the fate of your suitcase.

In the airport building on the ground floor there is a hotel reservation desk and shops with soft drinks, chips and other assortments 7-11. You can also buy there, but they will cost a little more than usual.

You can withdraw money from the card at ATMs located on the first and second floors of the building. you can in the exchangers near the exit. In the official exchange offices of TMB, Kasikorn and Siam Commercial Bank, the rate is lower than on the beaches. Near the exit, a taxi meter, limousine service, minibuses to all beaches of Patong, Kata, Karon, buses to Phuket Town, Patong and Rawai Beach (near the local terminal) are also waiting for you. There are a couple of cafes on the ground floor where you can have a bite to eat. Smoking is not allowed in the airport building on the ground floor, only on the street in specially designated areas opposite the exits from both terminals.

Phuket airport. Departure

The entrance to the second floor of the airport (as well as the first floor) is equipped with scanners and metal detector frames, after passing through this check you will find yourself in the check-in hall. On the board, look for your flight and counter number, although it is easy to find the right counter by the colorful banners on top. On international flights there is an opportunity - after passing through passport control.

On the third floor in the registration hall there are fast food restaurants, a cafe, a donut shop (Mister Donut donuts), an Internet center and souvenir shops. In the waiting room domestic terminal many souvenir shops, massage and fast food cafes. There is no duty-free shop here, because this is a domestic flight terminal. There are large duty-free shops in the international terminal. At prices they are cheaper than in Domodedovo, they sell standard products (perfumes, cosmetics, alcohol and cigarettes). There are water coolers in the hall, and there are souvenir shops, books and cafes. Those who wish can buy sets of orchid flowers as a gift at a price of 350-700 baht. Such a present will last for about a month and will delight with Thai warmth. Prices in all stores are indicated in baht, you can pay in dollars, euros and bank card. Smoking rooms are available in both departure lounges and outside in designated areas.

Frequently asked questions about Phuket Airport

QUESTION: Departure from terminal I - which one?
ANSWER: Terminals write I (international) and D (local). Between them only 200 meters, you can walk, leaving the building. Check-in for all international flights at Terminal I, for local flights at Terminal D.
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QUESTION: We are flying from Moscow with a change in Bangkok, where to pick up luggage, where to go through passport control?
ANSWER: If you have a single ticket (two tickets bought at a time), two boarding passes are issued in Moscow, luggage will be sent in transit to Phuket. Passport control go through the transit corridor in Bangkok, and collect your luggage in Phuket at the international terminal. After check-in for the first flight, you will be given a transit sticker, which will be used by the airline staff to recognize you and show you the way.
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QUESTION: We fly from Phuket to Moscow with a transfer in Bangkok. What about luggage and passport control?
ANSWER: At single ticket baggage flies in transit, you hand it over at the international terminal, and go through control there. For transit passengers There is a separate exit from the hall. Do not forget the sticker, in Bangkok you will be escorted to the exit.
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QUESTION: Where to look for taxis, minibuses and buses at Phuket Airport?
ANSWER: Taxi and minibus stands, where you can buy a ticket, are located at the exit of both terminals. Buses stand outside at the exit of the local terminal. If you are arriving internationally, you need to walk 200 meters from exit 5. Bus schedule and details for taxis and minibuses

- very popular tourist destination. Club life is in full swing here. It reminds me a bit of Pattaya. It differs from the latter in purity, more high prices and lots of greenery. If you like to explore local attractions, then rent a car. This is the best way to see the island.

Phuket International Airport is the second largest in terms of passenger traffic in the country. Its terminals accept both domestic and international flights. It is small terminal complex, which is equipped with everything necessary for . It is located quite far from the city itself - 32 km.

If you are interested in how many airports there are in Phuket, then there is only one. Located in the northern part of the island. It plays an important role in Thailand's tourism industry. After all, a huge number of tourists come here every year. According to IATA, the code for Phuket Airport is HKT, and according to VTSP. It is a hub for Bangkok Airways, Orient Thai Airlines, Thai AirAsia and Thai Airways.

The name of the airport in Phuket is the same as the name of the island. He is in next to Mai Khao Beach and 32 km from Phuket Town.

terminal complex

From the photo of Phuket Airport, you will understand that this is a small but quite cozy airport terminal.

It consists of two terminals, which are located in one, multi-storey building. Navigating inside is quite easy and convenient.

From the left side located in the area of ​​departure of local flights, and from the right- international. On the first floor arrivals area is located on the second- departure zone. If you go to the third floor, you will see offices there.

Arrival zone.

In the arrivals area there are currency exchange offices, ATMs, counters with free cards all over the island, eateries. For those who smoke, special places are equipped. Do not smoke anywhere.

Departure zone.

In the departure area, you can issue a VAT refund if you have all the receipts. There is a massage parlor, restaurants and cafes. In shops duty free Souvenirs and other goods are not very many. They accept baht, dollars and euros.

How can I get from the airport to the resorts

Phuket city center can be reached by bus, minibus or taxi. To Patong, Kata or Karong ply mini vans. If you want to go to Krabi, you can use by ferry or bus. The distance from Krabi Airport to Phuket by land is almost 200 km by land, and the distance along the water - about 60 km.

On buses

Inside the terminal there are counters where you can buy tickets for mini-vans to the resort you need. Their cost - from 150 to 200 baht.

Runs to Phuket public bus. It will cost you a ride in 100 baht. He walks each hour. Buses depart from its final station, which can take you to the beach you need. Ticket price for them - from 25 baht.

You can get to Krabi by buses that depart from the station in the north of Phuket Town. Unfortunately, there are no direct buses from the airport to Krabi. They are walking from 06:20 to 17:00. Fare - 150 baht. How long does it take to get from Phuket Airport to Krabi? About 2 and a half hours.

By taxi

If you need to get to a particular hotel, it is better to order a taxi. Phuket Airport operates official taxi service - Taxi meter. Ordering a taxi through it is convenient and not so expensive. There are a lot of private taxis near the airport, but a trip with them will cost you many times more.

Krabi airport on the map.

Krabi is also easily accessible by taxi. In case you plan to fly from the local terminal then do not look for Krabi airport on the map of Phuket. It is not located on the island itself, but in the province of the same name. It is located directly opposite Phuket. The trip to get there will take about two hours.

On a ferryboat

By boat or ferry you can get to one of the islands of Krabi province. Such a journey will take about 3 hours. There are 15 different routes in total from Phuket Piers. You will need to get to them from the airport by bus. Ticket price - from 350 baht.

Conclusion

Phuket Airport is a very important air hub in. This is a small airport that receives millions of tourists every year. In one building there are terminals for receiving flights within the country and from other countries. From the airport to other resorts in Thailand can be reached by bus, taxi, transfer or ferry.

Shuttle Buses

Distance from airport to Patong: approx. 35 km
Approximate travel time: 55-75 min.

The cheapest way to get from Phuket International Airport to the hotel is by shuttle bus (Phuket Airport Bus Express) for 120-150 baht (approx. 204-255 rubles).

Buses run once an hour from 8:15 to 20:45. Express trains are painted beige with a blue stripe on the side.

Bus stops at Phuket Airport:

1st floor - to the left of the arrival hall exit
2nd floor - near Burger King

Stop in Patong: near the JJ Plaza shopping center

Route and timetable of buses Phuket airport → Patong

There is an option to get a little confused and, and from there to Patong by bus for 30 baht (51 rubles).

Minivans (minibuses)

A slightly more expensive option to get to the beaches of Phuket from the airport is minibuses (minibuses). They do not have a specific schedule, as they work on the principle of "hired people - let's go."

The ticket price is 180 baht (approx. 306 rubles).

Note : This option is not suitable for those arriving in Phuket at night. Minibuses start running at 8-9 am and end around 6-7 pm.

Advantages of minibuses:

• Driven to the hotel

Main disadvantages:

• Closely - not the most convenient option for tourists with a lot of luggage;
• They are brought to travel agencies, where they try to impose on you some kind of hotel, excursion or tour.

Transfer

This way to get to the hotel is perfect for those who arrive in Phuket on a night flight or arrive with a small child.

It is most convenient to pre-book a transfer from the airport to Patong. You can order a car on a trusted site.

The order scheme is simple:

1. Select the route you need (from Phuket Airport to Patong)
2. Choose the appropriate car class (note passenger seats+ pieces of luggage)
3. Book a car (indicate the date and time of your flight, address or hotel name, contact phone number and pay $10 as an advance payment)
4. Upon arrival at Phuket airport, you will be met with a name plate and will be helped to load your luggage. You pay the rest of the amount for the transfer to the driver.

Read more about how it works

The price of the transfer depends on the class of the car. From Phuket International Airport to Patong, the price of an economy class car will be $28 (1646 rubles). For a group of up to 7 people. Minibus 7pax for $39 (2293 rubles) will do.

Note : Transfer price is fixed after booking. The price will remain the same even if you decide to make a short stop at a cafe, get stuck in traffic, etc.

Taxi to Patong

Taxis at the airport are easy to find: look for bright and catchy signs "Taxi" or "Taxi service".

Basically, a taxi ride from Phuket Airport to Patong is carried out at a fixed price of 800 baht (approx. 1360 rubles). But it happens that some taxis carry a meter. In this case, you must pay a fee of 150 baht (approx. 255 rubles) + everything that has run up on the counter. Usually it comes out about the same as at a fixed cost (750-850 baht).

Minus a taxi at Phuket airport - there are queues and you have to wait a long time until your car is served.

Comparison table of prices for transport from the airport to Patong

How to get from the airport to Phuket Town

Distance from airport to Phuket Town: approx. 32 km

Buses

Estimated bus travel time: 1h 20 min.

You can get to Phuket Town from the airport using scheduled bus. The buses are orange and have luggage racks inside. If you have a lot of things, then the bus is not the most convenient way get to the hotel.

• Buses Airport → Phuket Town run from 8:00 to 20:30;
• Buses from Phuket Town → Airport from 6:30 to 18:30.

When boarding the bus, the driver must call final stop, as there are other stops on the route with cheaper fares. The fare from the airport to Phuket Town is 100 baht (170 rubles) per person.

The bus takes you to Phuket Town to the bus station " Old the Phuket bus station bus terminal 1). You will have to get from the bus station to the hotel on your own by taxi, tuk-tuks, etc.

Transfer

Are you arriving on a night flight or do you have in your hands, in addition to luggage, Small child? Then it is better to take care of transport in advance. Book a transfer in advance to get from the airport to Phuket Town in comfort and without unnecessary troubles.

The most convenient thing is that you do not have to wait in line for a taxi or a bus that runs once an hour, and simply does not go at night. You are met with a name plate at the airport and after 5 minutes you are already loading things into the car and leaving for your hotel.

A small instruction for those who do not know how to order a transferonline:

Transfer prices depend only on the class of car you choose. Once booked, the price is fixed and will not change. If you get stuck in a traffic jam, you want to make a stop, the price will not change.

From the international airport to Phuket Town, the cost of an economy class transfer will be $28 (1646 rubles). For a group of 7 pers. It will be beneficial to take Minibus 7pax for $40 (2330 rubles): $5.7 per person.

Taxi to Phuket Town

At the airport, you can easily find counters with signs "Taxi" or "Taxi service". During the day they are all open, but some taxi stands are closed at night.

At a fixed price, a taxi from the airport to Phuket Town will cost 700 baht (approx. 1190 rubles). According to the counter, taxi drivers now rarely agree to go. If they agree, then in any case they will have to pay 150 baht (approx. 255 rubles) on top of the counter. airport tax. It doesn't end up being much cheaper.

Comparative table of prices for transport from the airport to Phuket Town

How to get from Phuket Airport to Karon Beach

Buses

Getting from Phuket Airport to Karon Beach is problematic: there are no direct bus flights. The only option to get to Karon by bus is, and then transfer to the bus that goes to Karon Beach.

Stops are located on the 1st floor of the airport to the left of the exit and on the 2nd floor near Burger King.

You can get from Phuket Town to Karon Beach by bus number 8359 with the inscription on the windshield "Phuket town-Karon-Kata beach".

• Travel time from Phuket Town takes approximately 1-1.5 hours.
• Price travel from Phuket Town to Karon: 35 baht (approx. 60 rubles)
• Working hours: from 6:00 to 17:00
• Route: airport → bus station in Phuket Town → Karon

Bus route Phuket Town - Karon

Minivans (Minibuses)

For those who do not want unnecessary troubles with transfers in Phuket Town, there are minivans. With the help of minibuses, you can get from Phuket Airport to Karon directly.

After collecting your luggage, look for the signs "Minibus service" and the inscription "Karon".

Minibuses do not adhere to a strict schedule and leave only when the car is full of passengers. The waiting time for departure can take up to 30 minutes.

The ticket price to Karon Beach is 200 baht (340 rubles).

The main disadvantage of minibuses is that you will be taken to the sales office, where they offer you various services.

The trip to your hotel can take up to 2 hours (travel time + time to the sales office + time to transport passengers to hotels).

Transfer

In our opinion, the most convenient way to get from the airport to Karon Beach is in advance. At the airport you are met with a sign, help with luggage and immediately taken to the hotel.

If you have a small child, you can pre-order a child seat for him.

As for prices, in this case, the transfer outperforms the taxi not only in service, but also in price. The cost per car is set depending on the class of car you choose.

Book your transfer in advance. After booking, the price of the car is fixed: the price is not affected by traffic jams, stops, waiting times, etc.

A small instruction for those who do not know how to order a transfer online:

Taxi to Karon

If you decide to take a taxi at Phuket Airport, then after collecting your luggage, look for signs with "Taxi" or "Taxi service". Some counters close at night.

Taxi prices may vary depending on the time of day. At night, taxis will be more expensive: buses do not run, and tourists do not have much choice.

Fixed rate taxi from Phuket airport to hotel in Karon 1,000 baht (approx. 1,700 rubles).

Note : it happens that the taxi fleet can not cope and queues of passengers for a taxi are formed. In such cases, the delivery of the machine can be delayed for quite a long time.

Price table for transport from Phuket Airport to Karon Beach

How to get from the airport to Kata

Shuttle Buses

As with Karon Beach, getting from Phuket Airport to Kata by bus will not work right away: you will have to transfer to bus No. 8359 there, which moves along the route “Phuket Town → Karon → Kata”.

Look for a bus with a sign "Phuket town-Karon-Kata beach". Buses run relatively often, about once every 20-30 minutes. The terminal is located near the hotel Kata Beach Resort and Spa.

The fare is 35-40 baht (approx. 60-68 rubles)

Note : It is better not to use this method if you take a lot of things on a trip. Since traveling by bus with a change in Phuket Town is tiring, it is better not to use the bus if you are traveling with a child.

Bus route Phuket Town → Karon → Kata

See the bus route from the airport to Phuket Town.

Minivans (minibuses)

Minibuses will be more convenient than buses: from the airport they immediately go to Kata Beach to your hotel. Tickets are sold at counters with signs "Minibus service" and "Minibus". Look for a counter labeled "Kata".

The cost of a seat in a minibus is 200 baht (340 rubles) per person. Inside there are small shelves for suitcases, but overall a little cramped.

Be prepared that you will be taken to the side of the hotel only after all the seats in the minibus are occupied. Minibus drivers have a mandatory stop at the tourist office, which sells various excursions, hotels, tours, etc. (this cannot be avoided).

Transfer

For those who want to immediately go to the hotel after arriving in Phuket, the ideal option would be in advance.

The cost of a transfer is about the same as a taxi. However, by ordering a transfer, you do not have to start your vacation with running around the airport in search of a taxi or long wait bus or minibus filling. After you land at Phuket airport, the driver will already be waiting for you.

The cost of a transfer from Phuket Airport to Kata Beach is set depending on the class of the chosen car. For example, an economy class car (VW Golf, Ford Focus, etc.) will cost $28.

Note A: The price of the transfer does not change after booking: waiting times, stops, traffic jams do not affect the price.

Taxi

If you do not want to book a taxi transfer in advance, then there is always the option to take a taxi at Phuket Airport. Signs with "Taxi" or "Taxi service" will immediately catch your eye when you receive your luggage.

Note : Some counters close at night.

Fixed rate taxi from Phuket airport to Kata hotel 1000 baht (approx. 1700 rubles).

According to the reviews of tourists, there are times when you have to wait in line for a taxi for a long time, as the taxi fleet cannot cope with the flow of passengers.

Price table for transport from Phuket airport to Kata

From the airport with a rental car

The fifth method is best suited for those who plan to conquer Phuket by car. It will be most convenient to rent it right at the airport. A way for couples with children or small companies.

You can rent a car at the counter at the airport or book in advance on the website (the website works with world-class companies: Avis, Bizcar Rental, Hertz, etc.)

Rent will cost from 700-800 baht per day, if taken for a longer period. Car rental at Phuket airport for 7 days will cost from 5,084 baht (approx. 8600 rubles). Rent for 1 day will cost more - from 1000 baht (1700 rubles).

Address: Thailand, Phuket island, Thalang area, Airport
Official name: Phuket International Airport
IATA: HKT
ICAO: VTSP

Geographically, Phuket International Airport is located in the northern part of the island. It is separated from the capital by 32 kilometers. It is considered the most important transport hub in the country, as it receives thousands of tourists every year. The airport currently serves charter flights from many Russian cities, including Moscow and St. Petersburg.

The airport terminal is a modern building consisting of two floors. It has two terminals - domestic and international. The entire airport complex is divided into an arrival area and a departure area.

The first is located on the lowest floor.


For the convenience of arriving passengers, there is all the necessary services here:
taxi stands, car rental, bank branches, exchange offices, several cafes and a small shop. There is also a separate window in which you can get all necessary information. There is a luggage storage room on the ground floor of the domestic terminal. It will be possible to check in or pick up your luggage from 5 am to 10 pm. The cost of the service is 80 baht.

The departure area is located on the second floor.


Before heading to the check-in counters, all passengers must go through a baggage screening. This is a standard procedure for all Thai airports, so security is carefully monitored here. The infrastructure of the floor is represented by a comfortable waiting room, food points, a medical center, shops, souvenir shops, a duty free area, as well as a counter where you can return the tax on purchased goods in Thailand. With the correct filling of the documents, this procedure takes only a few minutes.
Video about the new Phuket terminal:

Phuket Airport Online Flight Board

Exchangers at Phuket Airport

All exchange offices are located on the first floor in the arrivals area. Initially, on the way you meet the exchanger of the Krung Thai Bank, on the street (to the right of the entrance) there is a branch of the ATM bank. Please note that the second rate is usually more profitable and does not differ much from that offered by exchange offices on the beaches. Therefore, you can safely change a small amount for the first time.


Money exchange at the airport is carried out only during the daytime. If the plane lands at night, then use the ATM or wait until you get back to the hotel. When withdrawing cash from any ATM, a fee of 170 baht will be charged.
Phuket airport on the map:

How to get to the airport

There are several ways to get to the airport, each of which differs in cost, time, and comfort.

1. Transfer is the most common service. You can order a car during your arrival in one of travel agencies airport. If you did not have time to do this, then you can contact any tour desk on the beach. The cost of the car varies within $ 10. The advantage of this option is that the transport will pick you up directly from the hotel at the appointed time.

2. Taxi is a more expensive option, but at the same time the fastest and most comfortable. The price will depend on the distance and, as a rule, varies between 500-1000 baht. The easiest way to order a taxi is by contacting the hotel reception.

3. Public transport. At first glance, it may seem that this is the most difficult option. Since initially it will be necessary to take a tuk-tuk to the bus station in Phuket Town. And from there to shuttle bus to the airport. The price of the trip will cost 150-200 baht.

How to get from the airport to the hotel

From Phuket airport, you can leave to the hotel without any problems. There are several ways to do this, each with its own characteristics.

Minivan rental

Transfer, or renting a minivan, is one of the most economical options. Racks by order of this type of transport are located immediately at the exit from the terminal. Its only drawback is that the minivan does not leave until it is completely full, and in time it can be either 15 minutes or more than an hour.


All companies set approximately the same fee for the service:

• Phuket-town - 100 baht;
• Patong beach - 150-160 baht;
• Kata beach, Karon beach - 190-200 baht.

In order to get directly to the hotel, you will have to pay another 50 baht. In time, such a trip can take more than an hour, since the driver will deliver all passengers to their destinations along the way. And your hotel can be both among the first and among the last.

The minivan is convenient for traveling companies or large families. In this case, the transport will be only at your disposal and the travel time will be significantly reduced.

Bus

The public bus is an excellent choice for those who want to save on travel costs and still have extra time. Please note that direct bus there are no beaches (except Patong), all flights go only to the bus station in Phuket-town. The interval of movement is 1 hour, the fare is 100 baht. All buses depart from the airport. The stop is located to the left of the exit from the arrivals area.


direct bus service established also between the airport and Patong beach. The first flight leaves at 8:15, the last at 20:45. The average interval is a little over an hour. The fare will cost 120 baht.

In order to get to any other beach, you will need to change at the bus station. Tuk-tuks run regularly from it to all parts of the island. Buses run only during the daytime, so this option is not suitable for night flights.

Car rent

Almost anyone can rent a car. There are several rental offices at the airport and what is most remarkable, the prices here are among the cheapest in all of Phuket. Firms offer the most various models cars. Rent can last from a few hours, or for the entire period of your vacation. The average daily cost is in the range of 600-700 baht.

Pay attention to the fact that in Thailand there is left-hand traffic, plus in some places there will be serpentines. Also, for free movement, you will need international rights. You can return the car to the same place where you rented it.

Taxi

Taxis are very popular among tourists, even though this is the most expensive way to move around the island. It will not be difficult to order a taxi at the airport, as there is a desk with a fixed price list at the exit. After you pay for the car, you will be given something like boarding pass, which must be presented to drivers immediately upon exiting the street. In time, the trip will take from 40 minutes to an hour (maybe a little longer). It all depends solely on the beach you are going to and the traffic jams that Phuket has in last years a common phenomenon.

Approximate cost:

• Phuket town - 700 baht;
• Patong, Chalong, Panwa - 700 baht;
• Kata, Karon, Rawai - 800 baht;
• Bang Tao, Surin, Kamala - 550 baht;
• Layan, Laguna - 500 baht;
• Nai Yang, Nai Thorn - 400 baht.

You can book a taxi online in Phuket with Kiwitaxi. You will be met with a sign and your name, picked up from the airport and taken to any corner of the island.

There is also a taxi stand on the territory of the airport, providing cars that run on the counter. But, as a rule, the cost of the trip will not differ much. For example, to Patong, the counter will wind up 350-400 baht, plus they will add an airport tax in the range of 150-200 baht.