Travelling from Seattle to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Seattle. Explore your options leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE) when planning your flight from Seattle to Phuket International Airport (HKT).
The timezone in Phuket is UTC+7, which is 14 hours ahead of Seattle. Phuket International Airport is located in Phuket.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Seattle to HKT. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Peak months like July or vacation times such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise idea.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Seattle to HKT. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The distance from central Seattle to SEA is roughly 23 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest route, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
Catching an early flight from Seattle to Phuket International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Seattle to Phuket International Airport, here's where you can stop when departing from Lake Union Sea Plane Base:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
LKE is around 3 kilometres from central Seattle. It'll take 11 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 23 minutes.
You're going on vacation, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Lake Union Sea Plane Base the day before your flight from Seattle to HKT:
About Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Seattle to Phuket International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HKT instead:
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Phuket. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 50 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Phuket International Airport is C$493. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,218. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get flight tickets from Seattle to HKT if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Getting flight tickets from Seattle to Phuket International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
Set up a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll know straight away when the fares drop. The right timing can be the key to finding flight tickets from Seattle to HKT.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Seattle to Phuket International Airport.
The best time to fly from Seattle to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
July is the busiest month for flights from Seattle to Phuket International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Phuket in April when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Phuket is March, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Seattle to HKT in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 24ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap flights from Seattle to Phuket International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Phuket
After locking in your flight from Seattle to Phuket International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Phuket:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Pum's Cooking School, Patong Beach, V.MarineTour- Phi Phi Islands Day Trip - Private Boat Charters and Tourist Information Centre Phuket Old Town are essential stops on your Phuket itinerary.
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