We will find the cheapest flights to fly to Phuket and find out how to easily and quickly get from the airport to your hotel or popular beaches on the island. Let us analyze all the nuances of the trip, which will greatly facilitate vacation planning for travelers who have come to rest in Thailand on their own.
How to fly to Phuket cheap?
Thailand is more than 7000 kilometers away, so it is worth considering only flight options.
Several airlines offer budget prices: Aeroflot, China Southern, Air CHINA, Emirates and THAI.
The cheapest flights in this direction are from China Southern. A roundtrip flight from Sheremetyevo to Phuket will cost 29,039 rubles and take a little more than 21 hours. Transfer at the Chinese airport Guangzhou.
The cost of the flight from Aeroflot is slightly more expensive, from 32802 rubles, but this is a non-stop flight and it lasts only 9-10 hours. Moreover, the flight has a very convenient departure time - 21:10, and at 11:55 the next day you are already on the island.
An interesting option is to fly with Emirates. In terms of cost, it is comparable to Aeroflot, but on the way you can take a tour of Dubai. Dubai Airport is located directly in the city, the transfer time is from several hours to a day. A visa is not required for Russians.
- Flight prices calendar:
When planning to get to Phuket from Bangkok or another nearby city, we recommend using the Aviasales search engine, he searches among low-cost airlines that will significantly save travel and find the best flights.
As for the exchange of money, the rate is almost no different from other places, we recommend changing it to dollars and baht. You can withdraw money here, at the exit there are several terminals from different banks, you can use any, the commission is about the same.
Schedule of departure and arrival online:
- You will definitely need a diagram:
What is the cheapest way to get to the center from Phuket Airport?
If you are traveling alone, then definitely by bus. Buses run on schedule every 2 hours. The journey will take approximately 50 minutes. How much bus tickets cost and timetables can be found on the carrier's website airportbusphuket.com. The ticket price is about 135 rubles.
If you are traveling with a company or family, then it is worth ordering a transfer online or in a private company, using a taxi. Moreover, by taxi you will get to the city much faster with tired children after the flight or large luggage, it will take about 30 minutes.
How to get from the airport to the hotel?
How to get from Phuket airport to the hotel when traveling to Thailand on your own, you choose, if you have booked a good hotel by the sea, then this issue will be resolved with the help of the customer meeting service with the institution's own transfer.
The most convenient way is to book a private transfer from your hotel or on the website of one of the carriers. This will save you time and money. Renting a car per day will cost from 4000 rubles and more (which is required for renting). The best reviews and prices are from Economybookings, yes, and we personally only use this sevris all the time. By the way, they can provide a car for 3 people at a cost - from 13,927 rubles.
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How to get from Phuket airport to the beaches?
Any resort on the mainland of the island can be reached using the bus from Phuket Airport to the city. Next take a taxi or bus from the bus terminals. Ferries and speed boats run to the islands on schedule.
To Patong and Kata
There are several options for how to get from Phuket airport to Patong.
- Taxi... The cost of the trip is 1600-1950 rubles per car. Payment in Baht - local currency. In an hour and 35 minutes you will reach your destination. For a group or family, it is convenient to book a minibus. You can book a car on Kiwitaxi or through the hotel (if the service is available).
- By minibus... The cost is 344 rubles. Tickets can be bought at the ticket office outside the airport. Minibuses run according to occupancy from 7 to 23:00. The minibus is a bit cramped, but the bonus is that it is taken to the hotel.
- Rent a car for the entire trip. The current prices for car rental from Phuket airport can be found on the Economybokings website, the search engine is looking for the most profitable options among all rental companies, we use this service all the time.
To Krabi
You can fly directly to Krabi airport with transfers from Moscow.
From Phuket to Krabi town you can get:
- By bus... Get to the city bus station N2 in the northern part of the city. Take a bus to Krabi. Buses run to the terminal, which is 12 kilometers from Krabi, from 06:20 to 17:00. The ticket costs about 2157 rubles. Next, you need to change to local transport - songteo to Krabi town, paying about 100 rubles more. The total travel time is from 4 hours or more.
- Ferry... From Phuket by bus # 3 you need to get to the Rassada pier (RassadaPort) or to the Sea Angel pier. A ferry ticket to Krabi will cost 1,327 or 1,550 rubles, depending on the berth. Back is a little cheaper. Ferries leave in the morning. Travel time is 3 hours. You can view ferry timetables and purchase tickets in advance on the 12GoAsia website. A round trip ticket will be cheaper, moreover, return tickets are sold with an open date. Children under 3 years old do not need a ticket. There is a discount on tickets for a child under 11 years old.
- Speed boat... You can order a boat through private companies that provide excursions.
- Transfer by car several companies operate on the islands. The cheapest prices are on the website kiwitaxi.ru. Renting a small car for 3 people to Krabi will cost 5826 rubles, the travel time is 4 hours, the way to get there will be one of the easiest and fastest.
- Car rental and minibuses, you already know about prices and where to book.
Before Karon
Karon Beach is located on the island. From the airport you can get:
- By bus to Central Big C. Buses leave every 3 hours. The journey takes 35 minutes. The ticket costs about 150 rubles. Then take a taxi for about 20 minutes, excluding traffic jams. The approximate cost is 560 rubles.
- Transfer by car a private company will take about 40 minutes. The cost of a taxi from Phuket Airport to Karon Beach is from 800 to 1677 rubles.
Before Kamala
The main options for how to get from Phuket Airport to Kamala Beach are bus and taxi.
- Bus... There is a bus from the airport every 2 hours to Heroines Monument. In 25 minutes and about 100 rubles, he will take you to the desired stop in Phuket. Then you need to drive 14 minutes by taxi or rented bike. Taxi cost - from 380 rubles in local currency.
- Taxi. The cost of a taxi to Kamala Beach is from 860 rubles. Travel time within 25-30 minutes.
- Private transfer will cost a little less.
Our heading about a trip to Thailand will help you plan your trip yourself and find answers to all your questions.
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