Chiang Mai → Phuket City

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Ways to fly from Chiang Mai to Phuket City

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£58

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Direct flights from Chiang Mai to Phuket City

See how many direct flights run each week and which airlines operate them.

14Direct flights per week
2Daily average
SaturdayBusiest day
VietJet AirVietJet Air5 direct flights / week
Thai AirAsiaThai AirAsia4 direct flights / week
Hahn AirHahn Air4 direct flights / week
Bangkok AirwaysBangkok Airways1 direct flights / week

Key info about flying to Phuket City

Depart from

Chiang Mai International

Arrive to

Phuket International

Flights per week

354

Flight distance

1188 km

Worth visiting

Khao Sok National Park

Airlines that fly from Chiang Mai to Phuket City

Options may vary by recent bookings and your search.

Thai AirAsiaVietJet AirThai Lion AirNok AirThai Airways

Getting from Phuket airport to the city center

Fastest options: taxi and private transfer. Best value: Airport Bus and shared minivan.

Phuket is served by Phuket International Airport (HKT), located approximately 32 km northwest of Phuket Town. The airport offers a variety of airport transfers to city center destinations including taxis, minivans, buses, and private transfers. Journey times typically range from 45 minutes to over an hour depending on traffic conditions and your final destination. Phuket Town serves as the main urban center, though many travelers also head to beach areas such as Patong, Kata, or Karon.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

60-90 min

THB 100 to Phuket Town, THB 170 to Patong (approx. USD 3–5)

every 60 min (traffic dependent)

budget travelers

60-90 min

฿180 – ฿250; per person; varies by destination (approx. USD 5–7)

on-demand when full (traffic dependent)

solo travelers on a budget

45-75 min

฿600 – ฿1,000; metered fare plus THB 100 airport surcharge (approx. USD 17–29)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

door-to-door convenience

45-75 min

฿800 – ฿1,200; fixed fare by zone (approx. USD 23–35)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

comfort with fixed pricing

45-75 min

฿500 – ฿900; varies by demand and destination (approx. USD 14–26)

on-demand via app (traffic dependent)

app-based booking

45-70 min

฿1,000 – ฿1,800; pre-booked; varies by vehicle and destination (approx. USD 29–52)

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

families and groups

45-70 min

฿800 – ฿2,000; per day; varies by vehicle type (approx. USD 23–58)

on-demand at airport (traffic dependent)

exploring the island

Notes:

  • Prices in THB; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Traffic between the airport and beach areas can be heavy, especially during peak tourist season (November to April).
  • Metered taxis charge a THB 100 airport surcharge on top of the meter fare.
  • The Smart Bus operates along a fixed route with stops at major beaches and Phuket Town.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Weather in Phuket City

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January29°C24°C
February29°C25°C
March30°C26°C
April30°C26°C
May29°C27°C
June29°C27°C
July28°C26°C
August28°C26°C
September28°C26°C
October28°C26°C
November28°C25°C
December28°C25°C
Hottest Month
30°C
March
Coldest month
24°C
January
Sunny days
176
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
8 Aug
78%
29°C27°C
15 Aug
82%
28°C27°C
Sunday
9 Aug
77%
29°C27°C
16 Aug
82%
27°C27°C
Monday
10 Aug
79%
29°C27°C
17 Aug
83%
27°C26°C
Tuesday
11 Aug
80%
29°C27°C
18 Aug
77%
28°C26°C
Wednesday
12 Aug
57%
29°C27°C
19 Aug
83%
28°C27°C
Thursday
13 Aug
76%
29°C27°C
20 Aug
83%
28°C27°C
Friday
14 Aug
77%
29°C27°C
21 Aug
70%
29°C27°C
The distance between Chiang Mai and Phuket City is 1188 km. The most popular airlines for this route are Thai AirAsia, VietJet Air, Thai Lion Air, Nok Air, and Thai Airways. Chiang Mai and Phuket City have 354 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to travel from Chiang Mai to Phuket City?

A one-way nonstop (direct) flight between Chiang Mai and Phuket City takes around 2.1 hours.

What is the flight distance between Chiang Mai and Phuket City?

The flight distance between Chiang Mai and Phuket City is 1188 km.

What airlines offer nonstop (direct) flights between Chiang Mai and Phuket City?

Several carriers operate flights between Chiang Mai and Phuket City. Airlines offering nonstop (direct) flights include Thai AirAsia, VietJet Air, Bangkok Airways, Hahn Air.

What are the most popular routes to and from Chiang Mai?

Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Chiang Mai and Bangkok, Phuket Province, Krabi, Hanoi, Surat Thani Province, Ko Samui, Manila, Bali, Manchester, Ho Chi Minh City, London, Denpasar, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Hong Kong, Siem Reap, Da Nang, Belfast, Pattaya, Osaka.

What are the most popular routes to and from Phuket City?

Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Phuket City and Bangkok, London, Manchester, Denpasar, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Edinburgh, Birmingham, Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Ko Samui, Perth, Chiang Rai Province, Da Nang, Siem Reap, Manila, Hong Kong, Dubai, Glasgow, Brisbane.

What airports are near Chiang Mai?

The main airport in Chiang Mai is Chiang Mai International. It is also served by Chiang Mai International, Chiang Rai International, Lampang.

What airports are near Phuket City?

The main airport in Phuket City is Phuket International. It is also served by Phuket International, Krabi, Surat Thani International, Ranong.

Which airlines fly between Chiang Mai and Phuket City?

Currently, you can fly between Chiang Mai and Phuket City with Thai AirAsia, VietJet Air, Thai Lion Air, Nok Air, Thai Airways.

When’s the best time to travel between Chiang Mai and Phuket City?

If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Chiang Mai and Phuket City, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.

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