Travelling from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Phuket Airport (HKT): what you need to know
The timezone in Phuket is UTC+7, which is 15 hours ahead of Seattle.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your SEA to HKT flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Phuket Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between SEA and HKT include:
Shanghai Pudong Airport
Incheon International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Phuket Airport (HKT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Phuket Airport flight is $492. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $909. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from SEA to HKT, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Phuket Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across each month and land a great deal.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from SEA to HKT is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Phuket Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
80% of flights departing from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of SEA.
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near SEA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Phuket Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Phuket Airport (HKT)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Phuket Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HKT instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Phuket Airport rental car. Book your wheels from asap car rental, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and venture far and wide through Phuket and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Phuket Airport about three weeks before your trip.
When to fly to Phuket Airport (HKT)
The quietest month for a flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Phuket Airport is March, while January is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Phuket based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Phuket is March, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Phuket Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SEA to HKT in January. Average temperatures are 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-visit city featuring top attractions like Ang Thong National Marine Park.
Looking for other well-known places to visit in Thailand? Set off 177 kilometres east of Phuket to Nakhon Si Thammarat. Hat Khanom - Mu Koh Thale Tai National Park is just one of the highlights in the area.