Flying from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Phuket is four hours ahead of Istanbul and follows the UTC+7 timezone.
To ensure you catch your SAW to HKT flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Phuket International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between SAW and HKT include:
Hamad International Airport
Muscat International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Right now, 202 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 469 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SAW to HKT if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Phuket International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Picking up cheap flights from SAW to HKT is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Phuket International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Of all flights departing from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, 76.93% touch down on time at their destination.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Phuket International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near SAW:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
If you're coming in on a late Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near HKT:
Pick up a Phuket International Airport rental car and discover Phuket and beyond with your own wheels. Asap car hire, Hertz and Chic Car Rent are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Phuket International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
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 by car.
If you're 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 plan your trip dates for your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Phuket International Airport. February is the busiest month to visit Phuket. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Phuket International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Phuket, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SAW to HKT in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
Surat Thani is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be explored after you've seen Phuket. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.
If there's time to check out another side of Thailand, head for Nakhon Si Thammarat, roughly 177 kilometres east of Phuket. Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well are key reasons to visit.