Flying from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Vancouver: what you need to know
Vancouver is 14 hours behind Phuket, where Phuket International Airport is located. Vancouver operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from HKT to Vancouver, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
We make it easy to plan a flight from HKT to Vancouver that includes a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
If you hold a passport from Thailand, you will need a visa to enter Canada. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Phuket International Airport to Vancouver for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines ahead of booking and definitely before you fly.
HKT is around 32 kilometres from central Phuket. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 20 minutes.
After an easy start to your trip? Stay near HKT. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Phuket International Airport to Vancouver or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Vancouver
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phuket International Airport to Vancouver is C$667. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,259. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from HKT to Vancouver if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for a ticket from Phuket International Airport to Vancouver.
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Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Phuket International Airport to Vancouver, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver is approximately 14 kilometres. It'll take you around 26 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 33 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Phuket International Airport to Vancouver, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near YVR:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
After your flight from Phuket International Airport to Vancouver has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Vancouver is roughly 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH).
You can also travel by public transport, which will take approximately 16 minutes.
After your flight from HKT to Vancouver, unwind at a hotel near CXH. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Vancouver
August is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Phuket International Airport to Vancouver while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Vancouver, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Lock in your flight from Phuket International Airport to Vancouver for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 24ºC.
December sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flights from HKT to Vancouver sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Vancouver
Start your Vancouver trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Phuket International Airport to Vancouver, explore our range of hotels including:
Stanley Park and Granville Island are a couple of big attractions to put on your Vancouver must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Science World.
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