How to get to a hotel from Phuket Airport

Phuket International Airport (HKT) is the second largest in passenger traffic after Suvarnabhumi. It is situated in the north of the island, quite far from the main tourist areas. The distance between the airport and popular Phuket beaches: from Patong - 37 km, from Karon - 47 km, from Kata - 48 km.

The airport has two terminals situated in two buildings - for international and domestic flights

In 2016 a new terminal in Phuket International Airport was opened which increased its capacity to 12.5 million passengers per year. However, the passenger traffic already reached this number in 2015.

Near the airport there is Nai Yang Beach and Mai Khao Beach from where you can watch planes taking off and landing.

Mai Khao Beach

1.Public transport

The cheapest way to get to the city is to use a public bus which follows the route Airport shuttle bus stop - Old Phuket Terminal.

Advantages:

cheap ticket - 100 THB per 1 person

Disadvantages:

strict working hours - 06:00 - 18:30;

departing every hour

lengths of the trip: there will be 9 stops on the way, it might take 2 hours instead of 1 to get to the bus terminal (depends on the traffic)

you will probably need another transport that will take you to the hotel or condo from the bus terminal. By the way, the prices for taxi in Phuket start from 200 THB.

2. Group transfer by minibus

At the airport exit you can see Taxi Service counters where you can buy a ticket for a group transfer by minibus to Patong, Karon, Kata, Kamala, Rawai and Surin beaches. The price for 1 ticket is 150-200 THB. The trip takes 1.5 - 2 hours. As this is a group transfer, you will have to wait until the minibus is full. Group transfer is available every day from 06:00 till 23:00.

Advantages:

longer working hours - 06:00 - 23:00

reasonable price

Disadvantages:

you will have to wait until the minibus is full

you will be delivered to a beach, to get to the hotel you will have to pay extra 50 THB or go there by yourself

3. Individual transfer by taxi

The fastest and the most convenient way to get to a hotel from Phuket airport is to take a taxi. You can catch a taxi on the arrival at the airport, however, we can not guarantee reasonable prices. It is possible to book a taxi in advance after looking through all the available offers. You can book your taxi online at our website or by telephone. You will be met at the airport entrance. The driver will hold a card with your name on it.

Advantages:

taxi service is fast comfortable and convenient

you will be delivered right to your hotel or apartment

Disadvantages:

the price is higher, however, if you travel with family or friends, the price for 1 person will be the same as for 1 ticket in a group transfer.

4. Car rent

If you are planning to have an active holiday in Phuket and visit all the beaches and places of interest, you might consider renting a car. It is possible to rent a car at the airport or find a good offer on the Internet in advance. So, you will be able to use a rented car to get to your hotel.

Advantages:

renting a car is comfortable and convenient, you won’t depend on a driver or other passengers

Disadvantages:

price

you should have a good knowledge of Phuket places and roads

left-hand traffic which can be uncomfortable and inconvenient for many drivers that are used to right-hand traffic

traffic policemen are very strict to foreigners. No violations of traffic rules by foreigners will be left unpunished.

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Miguel (27.04.2020 19:14)

We booked a car while still at home, and the driver was waiting for us at the indicated place and kept a sign with our name. Thanks you!

Phuket International Airport: how to get to a hotel

1.Public transport

2. Group transfer by minibus

3. Individual transfer by taxi

4. Car rent

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