Travelling from Colombo to Phuket International Airport (HKT): What you need to know
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is Colombo's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Colombo to Phuket International Airport (HKT) leaving from here.
Phuket International Airport is located in Phuket. The city is in the UTC+7 timezone and is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Colombo.
To ensure you catch your flight from Colombo to HKT, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're taking off during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Colombo, RML can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Have an early flight from Colombo to Phuket International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near Colombo Ratmalana Airport:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Colombo to Phuket International Airport, check out these options when setting off from Bandaranaike International Airport:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
You can reach CMB from the centre of Colombo in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Colombo to HKT flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Bandaranaike International Airport:
75.71% of flights leaving Bandaranaike International Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Phuket International Airport (HKT)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Colombo to Phuket International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near HKT:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Phuket International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and see more of Phuket and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around three weeks ahead of your Colombo to Phuket International Airport flight.
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket International Airport to the centre of Phuket is around 27 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Phuket International Airport is ر.ق. 391. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 698. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Colombo to HKT if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Cheap Colombo to Phuket International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a new deal shows up on flight tickets from Colombo to HKT.
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The best time to fly from Colombo to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
April is the quietest month for flights from Colombo to Phuket International Airport (HKT), while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Phuket based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Phuket is March, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Colombo to HKT flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Colombo to Phuket International Airport in January when temperatures are between 24ºC and 30ºC.
More about Phuket
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Phuket right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Colombo to Phuket International Airport:
There are plenty of terrific things to do in Phuket when you're in the mood to sightsee. Make your way to V.MarineTour- Phi Phi Islands Day Trip - Private Boat Charters followed by Sunrise Beach and Paradise Beach.
Explore more of Thailand
Surat Thani is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Phuket. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Masjid Jamek, Wat Tha Sai and Wat Nikon Prasart.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Thailand, consider Nakhon Si Thammarat, roughly 193 kilometres east of Phuket. Wat Phra Phrom, Wat Pho Sadet and Wat Yai Chai Mongkol are among the biggest draws.
