Travelling from Kuwait Airport (KWI) to Phuket Airport (HKT): what you need to know
The timezone in Phuket is UTC+7, which is four hours ahead of Kuwait.
Give yourself enough time to catch your KWI to HKT flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kuwait Airport to Phuket Airport. Here are the top stopovers between KWI and HKT:
Dubai Airport
Mumbai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Handy information about Kuwait Airport (KWI)
When it comes to Kuwait Airport's on-time performance, data shows 65% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Kuwait Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Kuwait. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Kuwait Airport to Phuket Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to KWI:
Arriving at Phuket Airport (HKT)
If you're arriving on a late Kuwait Airport to Phuket Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near HKT:
Pick up a Phuket Airport rental car and discover Phuket and beyond with your own set of wheels. Asap car rental, Hertz and Chic Car Rent are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Phuket Airport about three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
When to fly to Phuket Airport (HKT)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Kuwait Airport to Phuket Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Phuket. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Kuwait Airport to Phuket Airport, think about the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Phuket, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KWI to HKT in January. Temperatures average between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Thailand
You've done Phuket, now it's time to discover more of what Thailand has to offer. Around 177 kilometres north-east, Surat Thani is a must-see city featuring top sights like Ang Thong National Marine Park.
Nakhon Si Thammarat is another great place to check out during your Thailand trip. Head to this destination, which is roughly 177 kilometres east of Phuket, to take in highlights like Hat Khanom - Mu Koh Thale Tai National Park.