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How much do flights to Phuket City cost?
Getting from Phuket airport to the city center
Fastest options: taxi and private transfer. Best value: Airport Bus and shared minivan.
Transport Option | Typical Time | Typical Cost | Frequency | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
60-90 min | ฿100-฿170 (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
Key info about flying to Phuket City
Check-in for a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Phuket City
| Name | Carrier code | IATA Code | Passport needed during booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| AirAsia | AXM | AK | No |
| Malaysia Airlines | MAS | MH | No |
| Batik Air Malaysia | MXD | OD | No |
| Thai Lion Air | TLM | SL | Yes |
| Hong Kong Express Airways | HKE | UO | No |
Online check-in is not available for these airlines.
Weather in Phuket City
Average Weather
| Month | Average monthly max temperature | Average monthly min temperature |
| January | 29°C | 24°C |
| February | 29°C | 25°C |
| March | 30°C | 26°C |
| April | 30°C | 26°C |
| May | 29°C | 27°C |
| June | 29°C | 27°C |
| July | 28°C | 26°C |
| August | 28°C | 26°C |
| September | 28°C | 26°C |
| October | 28°C | 26°C |
| November | 28°C | 25°C |
| December | 28°C | 25°C |
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