Travelling from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Phuket is six hours ahead of Tirana and observes the UTC+7 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your TIA to HKT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Tirana International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight is $712. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $1,047. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from TIA to HKT if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Tirana International Airport to Phuket International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from TIA to HKT.
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Handy information about Tirana International Airport (TIA)
69.86% of flights leaving from Tirana International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To reach Tirana International Airport from central Tirana, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near TIA? If you're catching an early flight from Tirana International Airport to Phuket International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Tirana International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near HKT instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Phuket International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and explore beyond Phuket's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Phuket International Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket International Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Phuket. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Tirana International Airport to Phuket International Airport. February is the busiest month to visit Phuket. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Phuket is March, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Tirana International Airport to Phuket International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from TIA to HKT in January. Temperatures average between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Thailand
You've visited Phuket, now it's time to explore other corners of Thailand. Journey about 177 kilometres north-east to Surat Thani to tick off its must-visit sights. From Wat Tha Sai to Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 177 kilometres east of Phuket, Nakhon Si Thammarat is another essential stop in Thailand. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well.