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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Diego to Phuket Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,927. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Phuket.$1,630 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Sep, returning Fri, 11 Sep.Return flight with jetBlue and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Phuket on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,630, select.
Phuket.$1,630 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep, returning Thu, 15 Oct.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Phuket on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,630, select.
Phuket.$1,711 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Nov, returning Tue, 15 Dec.Return flight with jetBlue and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Phuket on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,711, select.
Phuket.$1,719 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Apr, returning Thu, 22 Apr.Return flight with Delta and Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 8 Apr, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Phuket on Thu, 22 Apr, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,719, select.
Phuket.$1,721 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Feb, returning Sun, 28 Feb.Return flight with Delta and Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Phuket on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,721, select.
Phuket.$1,778 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct, returning Thu, 15 Oct.Return flight with Alaska Airlines and Thai Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Thai Airways, departs from Phuket on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,778, select.
Phuket.$1,779 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Oct, returning Wed, 18 Nov.Return flight with Delta and Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Phuket on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,779, select.
Phuket.$1,783 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug, returning Tue, 1 Sep.Return flight with Alaska Airlines and Thai Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Thai Airways, departs from Phuket on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,783, select.
Phuket.$1,801 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Jan, returning Mon, 25 Jan.Return flight with Delta and Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Phuket on Mon, 25 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,801, select.
Phuket.$1,927 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug, returning Wed, 26 Aug.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Phuket on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,927, select.
Phuket.$1,941 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Dec, returning Sun, 20 Dec.Return flight with Delta and Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Phuket on Sun, 20 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,941, select.
Phuket.$2,006 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov, returning Fri, 20 Nov.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Phuket on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,006, select.
Phuket.$2,338 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Dec, returning Wed, 6 Jan.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 29 Dec, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Phuket on Wed, 6 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,338, select.
Phuket.$5,610 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Jun, returning Sun, 20 Jun.Return flight with Alaska Airlines and Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 6 Jun, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Phuket on Sun, 20 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $5,610, select.
Phuket.$12,394 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Jul, returning Thu, 15 Jul.Return flight with Japan Airlines and Bangkok Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Japan Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 1 Jul, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Bangkok Airways, departs from Phuket on Thu, 15 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $12,394, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Phuket

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego to Phuket flights are currently cheapest in September.
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from $2,006
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San Diego to Phuket: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Diego to Phuket below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Phuket.

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San Diego to Phuket: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,630
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from San Diego to Phuket: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Diego to Phuket is $1,630. 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 San Diego to Phuket. But we found flights with one stop from $1,630.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from San Diego to Phuket.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Phuket is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Diego to Phuket Airport on Friday, 4 September 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Diego 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.

The cheapest airline that flies to Phuket is jetBlue .

Flying from San Diego to Phuket International Airport (HKT): What you need to know

  • The timezone in Phuket is UTC+7, which is 15 hours ahead of San Diego. Phuket International Airport is located in Phuket.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from San Diego to HKT. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • Peak months like July or high seasons such as spring break and Christmas will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise idea.

Airports in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • SAN is about 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from San Diego to Phuket International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to San Diego International Airport:

  • Of the flights that depart from San Diego International Airport, 74% land on schedule at their destination.

  • SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • The distance from San Diego's city centre to CLD is around 48 kilometres. Consider transport options and possible delays when planning the fastest route to the airport.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your San Diego to HKT flight? Kick back in a hotel near McClellan-Palomar Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:

  • The majority of flights that depart McClellan-Palomar Airport get to their destination within the expected time frame. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 88%.

About Phuket International Airport (HKT)

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from San Diego to Phuket International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near HKT instead:

  • To get the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks in advance of your San Diego to Phuket International Airport flight.

Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket

  • From Phuket International Airport, central Phuket is around 32 kilometres away. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the city centre by car.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Phuket International Airport (HKT)

  • $955 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Phuket International Airport. A return flight starts at $1,630. These fares may change based on demand.

  • Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from San Diego to HKT. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest San Diego to Phuket International Airport tickets across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.

  • Finding a cheap plane ticket from San Diego to HKT is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has dropped.

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

The best time to fly from San Diego to Phuket International Airport (HKT)

  • Think about the kind of holiday you want when picking your flight dates. May is the quietest month to visit Phuket. February is when most people book flights from San Diego to Phuket International Airport (HKT), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.

  • Before locking in your San Diego to HKT plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. March is the warmest month in Phuket, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from San Diego to Phuket International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

More about Phuket

  • After booking your flight from San Diego to Phuket International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Phuket:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. V.MarineTour- Phi Phi Islands Day Trip - Private Boat Charters, Sunrise Beach and Paradise Beach are popular attractions which should be on any good Phuket itinerary.

Explore more of Thailand

  • Thailand is home to plenty of other exciting places to put on your itinerary, such as Surat Thani. Around 161 kilometres northeast of Phuket, check out popular attractions like Ang Thong National Marine Park while you're here.

  • If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Thailand, consider Nakhon Si Thammarat, roughly 193 kilometres east of Phuket. Wat Phra Phrom, Wat Pho Sadet and Wat Yai Chai Mongkol are among its highlights.

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