Flying from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Phuket is three hours behind Townsville and follows the UTC+7 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to catch your TSV to HKT flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Right now, ر.ق. 1,115 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Townsville Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق. 2,558. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from TSV to HKT if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Townsville Airport to Phuket International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Townsville Airport (TSV)
Of the flights that depart from Townsville Airport, 71.52% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Townsville to Townsville Airport is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near TSV. Whether you're catching an early flight from Townsville Airport to Phuket International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
If you're getting in on a late Townsville Airport to Phuket International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near HKT:
Follow your own route with a Phuket International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and find adventure across Phuket and beyond.
Booking your ride 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
From Phuket International Airport, Phuket is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
February is the busiest month for flights from Townsville Airport to Phuket International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Phuket in April.
When booking your flight from Townsville Airport to Phuket International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Phuket, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 24ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap tickets from TSV to HKT sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Thailand
You've done Phuket, now it's time to discover other parts of Thailand. Travel about 177 kilometres north-east to Surat Thani to check off its top attractions. From Wat Tha Sai to Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Nakhon Si Thammarat is another favourite destination in Thailand and is around 177 kilometres east of Phuket. No trip is complete without dropping by Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well.
