Travelling from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Travelling during a peak month such as June? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Finding a convenient stopover on flights from Cape Town International Airport to Phuket International Airport is simple with our handy search tool. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see all the available options. Hamad International Airport is a sought-after stopover when travelling from CPT to HKT.
Remember, you may need a visa to enter Thailand. Visa regulations can differ and travel documentation requirements change frequently. Before organising your cheap ticket from CPT to HKT, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Phuket International Airport is P25,552. The cheapest price for a return flight is P34,373. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CPT to HKT if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Phuket International Airport.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from CPT to HKT. You don't need to check every day to see if airfares have dropped. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Cape Town International Airport to Phuket International Airport.
Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
To get to Cape Town International Airport from central Cape Town, it takes around 21 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Phuket International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to CPT:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
If you have a late flight from Cape Town International Airport to Phuket International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near HKT:
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 reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 20 minutes.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The quietest month for a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Phuket International Airport is April, while July 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.
Lock in your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Phuket International Airport for March if you want to visit Phuket during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25 ºC and 32 ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 24 ºC and 30 ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CPT to HKT around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Phuket
After booking your flights from CPT to HKT, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Phuket. Make one of these options your base for exploring this top destination:
Pum's Cooking School, Patong Beach and V.MarineTour- Phi Phi Islands Day Trip - Private Boat Charters are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Phuket travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Tourist Informatio Centre | Phuket Old Town.
Complete your Phuket trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Phuket International Airport, explore our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Phuket trip.