Travelling from Nairobi to Phuket International Airport (HKT): What you need to know
The timezone in Phuket is UTC+7, which is four hours ahead of Nairobi. Phuket International Airport is located in Phuket.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Nairobi to HKT.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Nairobi
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Nairobi to HKT that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between NBO and HKT include:
Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi, NBO can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Nairobi to Phuket International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport:
67% of flights that leave from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)
With public transport, you can travel from central Nairobi to WIL in about 35 minutes. The terminal is roughly 10 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Nairobi to HKT flight? Kick back in a hotel near Nairobi Wilson Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
About Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Nairobi to Phuket International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near HKT instead:
Grab a Phuket International Airport rental car and explore Phuket and beyond with your own wheels. Asap car hire, Hertz and Chic Car Rent are popular providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride around three weeks ahead of your Nairobi to Phuket International Airport flight.
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Phuket. It takes around 45 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Phuket International Airport is RM1,207. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM2,121. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from Nairobi to HKT, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Nairobi to Phuket International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's a better deal on plane tickets from Nairobi to HKT.
Nail down a great price on a flight from Nairobi to Phuket International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Nairobi to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
January is the most popular month for flights from Nairobi to Phuket International Airport (HKT). Plan your visit to Phuket in September for a more laid-back experience.
When booking your Nairobi to HKT plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. March is the warmest month in Phuket, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Phuket International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Phuket
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Phuket right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Nairobi to Phuket International Airport:
Your Phuket visit should come with a bit of sightseeing. Leading 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
Surat Thani is just one of the many places in Thailand waiting to be explored after you've experienced Phuket. Around 161 kilometres away to the northeast, well-known attractions include Masjid Jamek, Wat Tha Sai and Wat Nikon Prasart.
Around 193 kilometres east of Phuket, Nakhon Si Thammarat is another favourite stop in Thailand. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Wat Phra Phrom, Wat Pho Sadet and Wat Yai Chai Mongkol.