Flying from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
The timezone in Phuket is UTC+7, which is four hours ahead of Jeddah.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your JED to HKT flight.
Traveling during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Phuket International Airport. These are the top stopovers between JED and HKT:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Muscat International Airport
Sharjah International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way King Abdulaziz International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight is AED 518. A round-trip fare right now is AED 1,450. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from JED to HKT if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Phuket International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from JED to HKT.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Phuket International Airport.
Handy information about King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
King Abdulaziz International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 81.7% of flights that depart JED reach their destination on time.
Central Jeddah to King Abdulaziz International Airport is around 19 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Get your vacation off to a hassle-free start by staying near JED. Whether you're catching an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Phuket International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
If you're coming in on a late King Abdulaziz International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near HKT:
Grab a Phuket International Airport rental car and discover Phuket and beyond with your own wheels. Asap car rental, Hertz and Chic Car Rent are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Phuket International Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket International Airport is roughly 32 kilometers from central Phuket. Driving there takes about 50 minutes.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Phuket International Airport. February is the most popular month to head to Phuket. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Phuket is March, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Phuket International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from JED to HKT in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
Phuket has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Thailand waiting to be explored. Around 177 kilometers north-east of Phuket, a visit to Surat Thani will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Thailand, head for Nakhon Si Thammarat, about 177 kilometers east of Phuket. Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well are the start of reasons to visit.