Traveling from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Phuket International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 6 hours 20 minutes.
Abu Dhabi is three hours behind Phuket and is in the UTC+4 timezone.
Take your pick of 25 weekly Phuket International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flights. The 02:30 departure with Etihad Airways is the earliest you can take. Etihad Airways operates the latest service of the day at 20:55.
Leave plenty of time to make your HKT to AUH flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as February? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Etihad Airways offers direct flights from Phuket International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Abu Dhabi — and maybe even more of United Arab Emirates if time allows.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Etihad Airways on this route.
Etihad Airways ranks as the leading on-time carrier for HKT to AUH flights, with 90.3% of its services arriving as scheduled.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Phuket International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between HKT and AUH include:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Muscat International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Phuket International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight is $205. A return ticket is currently $419. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To secure cheap tickets from HKT to AUH, reserve your journey seven months ahead of your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Phuket International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Phuket International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
Handy information about Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Of the departures from Phuket International Airport, 65.93% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Phuket to Phuket International Airport is around 32 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Have an early flight from Phuket International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near HKT:
Arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Phuket International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near AUH instead:
Hit the road running by picking up an Abu Dhabi International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Alamo or Europcar and explore beyond Abu Dhabi's usual tourist stops.
Boost your chances of getting a great price by booking as early as you can. Reserving your ride from Abu Dhabi International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead is a good move.
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi International Airport to central Abu Dhabi has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometers away.
Getting there by public transport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The quietest month for a flight from Phuket International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport is April, while February is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Abu Dhabi based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Phuket International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport for July if you want to go to Abu Dhabi during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 29ºC (84ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from HKT to AUH sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored. About 121 kilometers north-east of Abu Dhabi, a trip to Dubai will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.
Around 145 kilometers north-east of Abu Dhabi, Sharjah is another favorite stop in United Arab Emirates. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.