Travelling from San Diego to Phuket International Airport (HKT): What you need to know
San Diego's main base, San Diego International Airport (SAN), is where great travel stories take off. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from San Diego to Phuket International Airport (HKT).
Phuket is 14 hours ahead of San Diego. Phuket International Airport is located in Phuket, which operates on the UTC+7 timezone.
Your flight from San Diego to HKT won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Travelling from central San Diego to SAN takes about 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel near San Diego International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from San Diego to Phuket International Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
Of the departures from San Diego International Airport, 71.38% land on time at their destination.
The address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
CLD is about 56 kilometres from central San Diego. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your San Diego to HKT flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to McClellan-Palomar Airport:
About Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Consider booking a hotel close to HKT if you're catching a late flight from San Diego to Phuket International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
Pick up 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 outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your San Diego to Phuket International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Central Phuket is about 27 kilometres from Phuket International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of time.
It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
RM4,130 is the best price for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Phuket International Airport. Return flights start at RM3,821. These prices may change based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from San Diego to HKT if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your San Diego to Phuket International Airport ticket.
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Find an affordable flight from San Diego to Phuket International Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from San Diego to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
April is the quietest month for flights from San Diego to Phuket International Airport (HKT), while July is the busiest. Find the ideal time to go to Phuket based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Phuket is March, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your San Diego to HKT plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from San Diego to Phuket International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Phuket
Start your Phuket trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from San Diego to Phuket International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
V.MarineTour- Phi Phi Islands Day Trip - Private Boat Charters and Sunrise Beach are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Phuket to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Paradise Beach.
Explore more of Thailand
Phuket has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Thailand just waiting to be discovered. About 161 kilometres north-east of Phuket, a trip to Surat Thani will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like 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.
