Flying from Washington DC to Phuket International Airport (HKT): What you need to know
Phuket International Airport is located in Phuket. The city operates on the UTC+7 timezone and is 12 hours ahead of Washington DC.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Washington DC to HKT. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Peak months like July or high seasons such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is wise.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
DCA is around 6 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Washington DC to Phuket International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
71% of flights leaving from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport touch down at their destination on time.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Washington DC to Phuket International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Washington Dulles International Airport and HKT:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
You can get to IAD from central Washington DC in approximately 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to HKT flight:
77% of flights out of Washington Dulles International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
From the centre of Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 40 minutes to arrive by car and 50 minutes or so on public transport.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Washington DC to Phuket International Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Baltimore Washington International Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out first thing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights arrive when they should. At BWI, that rate is 77%.
About Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Consider booking a hotel close to HKT if you're catching a late flight from Washington DC to Phuket International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
For the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Phuket International Airport flight.
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
From Phuket International Airport, central Phuket is around 32 kilometres away. It takes about 45 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Currently, ر.ق. 1,984 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Phuket International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 3,549. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Washington DC to HKT if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Washington DC to Phuket International Airport (HKT). February is when most people travel to Phuket. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in May.
When booking your Washington DC to HKT plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. March is the warmest month in Phuket, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Phuket International Airport in January when temperatures are between 24ºC and 30ºC.
More about Phuket
Start your Phuket trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Washington DC to Phuket International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Your Phuket visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Attractions that belong on your itinerary include V.MarineTour- Phi Phi Islands Day Trip - Private Boat Charters, Sunrise Beach and Paradise Beach.
Explore more of Thailand
Thailand is home to loads of other exciting cities to add to your itinerary, such as Surat Thani. About 161 kilometres northeast of Phuket, swing by leading sights like Ang Thong National Marine Park while you're there.
Nakhon Si Thammarat is another essential stop in Thailand and is around 193 kilometres east of Phuket. No journey is complete without experiencing Wat Phra Phrom, Wat Pho Sadet and Wat Yai Chai Mongkol.