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Phuket.$1,356 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Nov, returning Sun, 9 Nov.Return flight with South African Airways and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Phuket on Sun, 9 Nov, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,356, select.
Phuket.$1,356 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Sep, returning Mon, 29 Sep.Return flight with South African Airways and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Phuket on Mon, 29 Sep, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,356, select.
Phuket.$1,358 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Oct, returning Wed, 22 Oct.Return flight with South African Airways and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Phuket on Wed, 22 Oct, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,358, select.
Phuket.$1,363 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 May, returning Thu, 14 May.Return flight with South African Airways and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Phuket on Thu, 14 May, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,363, select.
Phuket.$1,416 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Sep, returning Sun, 5 Oct.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Sat, 27 Sep, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Phuket on Sun, 5 Oct, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,416, select.
Phuket.$1,458 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Nov, returning Tue, 2 Dec.Return flight with South African Airways and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Sun, 23 Nov, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Phuket on Tue, 2 Dec, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,458, select.
Phuket.$1,474 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Dec, returning Sat, 27 Dec.Return flight with South African Airways and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Fri, 19 Dec, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Phuket on Sat, 27 Dec, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,474, select.
Phuket.$1,514 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Feb, returning Fri, 13 Feb.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Fri, 6 Feb, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Phuket on Fri, 13 Feb, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,514, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Durban King Shaka International to Phuket

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Durban King Shaka International to Phuket flights are currently cheapest in September.
Aug
from $1,820
Sep
from $1,356
Oct
from $1,358
Nov
from $1,356
Dec
from $1,474
Jan
from $2,517
Feb
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Mar
from $1,526
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May
from $1,363
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Durban King Shaka International to Phuket: Alternative routes

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

Durban to Phuket: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,356
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Durban King Shaka International to Phuket: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Durban King Shaka International to Phuket is $1,356. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Durban King Shaka International to Phuket. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,356.
As of August 2025, there are no flights flying from Durban King Shaka International to Phuket.
The cheapest month to fly from Durban King Shaka International to Phuket is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Durban King Shaka International Airport to Phuket Airport on Monday, 3 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Durban King Shaka International Airport and Phuket Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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, South African Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Phuket.

Travelling from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Phuket is UTC+7, which is five hours ahead of Durban.

  • Your DUR to HKT flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • You can expect longer queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • Pick a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from King Shaka International Airport to Phuket International Airport. Dubai Airport is a popular stopover on the DUR to HKT route.

How to find the cheapest flights from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way King Shaka International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight is $841. A round-trip ticket right now is $1,356. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • To find cheap tickets from DUR to HKT, book early. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from King Shaka International Airport to Phuket International Airport.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from DUR to HKT.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from King Shaka International Airport to Phuket International Airport.

Handy information about King Shaka International Airport (DUR)

  • 86.29% of flights leaving King Shaka International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from DUR.

  • King Shaka International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Durban. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near DUR. Whether you've booked an early flight from King Shaka International Airport to Phuket International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)

  • If you have a late King Shaka International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near HKT:

  • Begin your adventure by picking up a Phuket International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and explore beyond Phuket's main sights.

  • Booking your ride 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

  • From Phuket International Airport, Phuket is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)

  • February is the busiest month for flights from King Shaka International Airport to Phuket International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Phuket in April.

  • The warmest month in Phuket is March, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from King Shaka International Airport to Phuket International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DUR to HKT sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Thailand

  • Surat Thani is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be explored once you've seen Phuket. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.

  • If you're eager to discover another major stop in Thailand, consider 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 highlights.

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