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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Phuket

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Flight deals from Istanbul to Phuket

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Phuket? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Phuket.470 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 May, returning Tue, 15 Jul.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 27 May, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Phuket on Tue, 15 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 470 €, select.
Phuket.470 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 May, returning Mon, 16 Jun.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 30 May, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Phuket on Mon, 16 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 470 €, select.
Phuket.470 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Jun, returning Mon, 7 Jul.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Phuket on Mon, 7 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 470 €, select.
Phuket.470 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 May, returning Sun, 11 May.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 7 May, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Phuket on Sun, 11 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 470 €, select.
Phuket.470 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Jun, returning Sat, 21 Jun.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 7 Jun, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Phuket on Sat, 21 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 470 €, select.
Phuket.485 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 May, returning Mon, 22 Sep.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 2 May, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Phuket on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 485 €, select.
Phuket.485 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Apr, returning Fri, 30 May.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 29 Apr, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Phuket on Fri, 30 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 485 €, select.
Phuket.492 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Jul, returning Mon, 28 Jul.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 13 Jul, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Phuket on Mon, 28 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 492 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Phuket

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Phuket flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from 588 €
May
from 470 €
Jun
from 470 €
Jul
from 492 €
Aug
from 553 €
Sep
from 515 €
Oct
from 541 €
Nov
from 564 €
Dec
from 532 €
Jan
from 573 €
Feb
from 555 €
Mar
from 555 €

Direct flights from Istanbul to Phuket

Istanbul to Phuket: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Istanbul to Phuket below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Phuket.

Istanbul to Phuket: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found470 €
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time9 hrs, 37 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week10

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Phuket: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Phuket is 470 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
9 hours and 37 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Phuket.
Turkish Airlines, Icelandair and Thai Airways fly direct from Istanbul to Phuket.
As of April 2025, there are 10 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Phuket.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Phuket is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Phuket Airport on Friday, 30 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 37 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Phuket but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Phuket is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Etihad Airways and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Phuket.

Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Phuket International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 9 hours 45 minutes.

  • Phuket's timezone is UTC+7, making Phuket four hours ahead of Istanbul.

  • Each week, there are six Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Phuket International Airport flights. If you want to jet off as soon as possible, opt for the 01:30 Turkish Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 02:10 with Turkish Airlines.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your IST to HKT flight.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • Jetting into Phuket (and then discovering more of Thailand!) is a snap with Turkish Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Phuket International Airport.

  • The majority of travellers choose to travel with Turkish Airlines on this route.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Phuket International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between IST and HKT include:

    • Suvarnabhumi Airport

    • Indira Gandhi International Airport

    • Dubai Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Phuket International Airport flight is 217 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 470 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Book four months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from IST to HKT.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Phuket International Airport is March. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Picking up cheap flights from IST to HKT is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.

  • Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Phuket International Airport.

Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 45 minutes when using public transport.

  • Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near IST. Whether you've booked an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Phuket International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)

  • Book a hotel close to HKT if you're catching a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:

  • Hit the road running by picking up a Phuket International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and experience the lesser-explored corners of Phuket and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle from Phuket International Airport around three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.

Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket

  • Phuket International Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from central Phuket. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.

When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Phuket International Airport. February is the most popular month to visit Phuket. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Phuket is March, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Phuket International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Search for cheap tickets from IST to HKT in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.

Explore more of Thailand

  • Phuket has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Thailand you'll want to see. About 177 kilometres north-east of Phuket, a trip to Surat Thani will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.

  • Around 177 kilometres east of Phuket, Nakhon Si Thammarat is another favourite stop in Thailand. No visit is complete without checking out Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well.

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