Travelling from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
The timezone in Phuket is UTC+7, which is seven hours ahead of Bristol.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your BRS to HKT flight.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bristol Airport to Phuket International Airport flight is £265. A round-trip ticket is currently £557. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from BRS to HKT. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Bristol Airport to Phuket International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BRS to HKT by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Bristol Airport to Phuket International Airport.
Handy information about Bristol Airport (BRS)
69.8% of flights that take off from Bristol Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Bristol Airport is around 10 miles from central Bristol. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near BRS? If you're boarding an early flight from Bristol Airport to Phuket International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Consider staying in a hotel close to HKT if you're taking a late Bristol Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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 to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Phuket International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
From Phuket International Airport, Phuket is approximately 20 miles away. It takes around 50 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The quietest month for a flight from Bristol Airport to Phuket International Airport is April, while February is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Phuket based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Bristol Airport to Phuket International Airport for March if you'd like to go to Phuket during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BRS to HKT in January. Temperatures average between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Thailand
Phuket is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Thailand just waiting to be discovered. Around 110 miles north-east of Phuket, a trip to Surat Thani will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.
Nakhon Si Thammarat is another favourite destination in Thailand and is around 110 miles east of Phuket. No journey is complete without seeing Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well.