Travelling from Phuket Airport (HKT) to Pattaya (Chonburi) Airport (UTP): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Phuket Airport to Pattaya (Chonburi) Airport.
Phuket and Rayong are in the UTC+7 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Choose from 14 weekly Phuket Airport to Pattaya (Chonburi) Airport flights. The 15:10 departure with Bangkok Airways is the earliest flight available. Bangkok Airways operates the last service of the day at 15:10.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your HKT to UTP flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as January? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Rayong (and then seeing more of Thailand!) is a breeze with Bangkok Airways. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Phuket Airport to Pattaya (Chonburi) Airport.
Bangkok Airways is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Bangkok Airways is a leader in on-time performance for HKT to UTP flights, with 88.52% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
Pick a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Phuket Airport to Pattaya (Chonburi) Airport. Dubai Airport is a top stopover on the HKT to UTP route.
Handy information about Phuket Airport (HKT)
73% of flights leaving from Phuket Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Phuket to Phuket Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near HKT. Whether you have an early flight from Phuket Airport to Pattaya (Chonburi) Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Pattaya (Chonburi) Airport (UTP)
If you're coming in on a late Phuket Airport to Pattaya (Chonburi) Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near UTP:
Grab a Pattaya (Chonburi) Airport rental car and explore Rayong and beyond with your own wheels. Drive Car Rental, Avis and Localrent are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Pattaya (Chonburi) Airport about two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
When to fly to Pattaya (Chonburi) Airport (UTP)
The quietest month for a flight from Phuket Airport to Pattaya (Chonburi) Airport is April, while November is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Rayong based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Phuket Airport to Pattaya (Chonburi) Airport, think about the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Rayong, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from HKT to UTP in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
Rayong has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Thailand you should also see. Around 145 kilometres north-west of Rayong, a visit to Bangkok will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew and Songkran Festival Silom.