Travelling from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) to Phuket Airport (HKT): what you need to know
The timezone in Phuket is UTC+7, which is five hours ahead of Johannesburg.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your JNB to HKT flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Phuket Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between JNB and HKT:
Dubai Airport
Singapore Changi Airport
Zayed International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) to Phuket Airport (HKT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Phuket Airport flight is $484. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $842. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from JNB to HKT if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Phuket Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Save time looking for cheap flights from JNB to HKT by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Phuket Airport.
Handy information about Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
75% of flights departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Johannesburg to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport is approximately 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The trip when using public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near JNB? If you're boarding an early flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Phuket Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Phuket Airport (HKT)
Reserve a hotel close to HKT if you're on a late Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Phuket Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Phuket Airport rental car. Book your wheels from asap car rental, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and experience more of Phuket and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Phuket Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Phuket Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Phuket. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Phuket Airport (HKT)
January is the busiest month for flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Phuket Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Phuket in March.
Lock in your flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Phuket Airport for March if you'd like to explore Phuket during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from JNB to HKT in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
Thailand is home to loads of other exciting places to add to your travels, such as Surat Thani. Around 177 kilometres north-east of Phuket, swing by top attractions like Ang Thong National Marine Park while you're here.
Always wanted to visit Hat Khanom - Mu Koh Thale Tai National Park? Then set off for Nakhon Si Thammarat. Another favourite destination in Thailand, it's located roughly 177 kilometres east of Phuket.