Flying from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Phuket's timezone is UTC+7, making Phuket one hour 30 minutes ahead of Colombo.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CMB 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 longer queues during popular months like February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bandaranaike International Airport to Phuket International Airport. These are the top stopovers between CMB and HKT:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Right now, C$181 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bandaranaike International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is C$316. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CMB to HKT if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Bandaranaike 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 fares across every month and land a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from CMB to HKT by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Phuket International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
75.71% of flights that depart Bandaranaike International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Colombo to Bandaranaike International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near CMB? If you're boarding an early flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Phuket International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Book a hotel near HKT if you're taking a late Bandaranaike International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Phuket International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from asap car rental, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and venture far and wide through Phuket and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Phuket International Airport about three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Phuket. The drive time takes around 50 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
February is the busiest month for flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Phuket International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Phuket in April.
When booking your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Phuket International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Phuket, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CMB to HKT in January. Average temperatures are between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Thailand
Surat Thani is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be explored once you've seen Phuket. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.
Around 177 kilometres east of Phuket, Nakhon Si Thammarat is another essential stop in Thailand. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well.