Traveling to Thailand and going to arrive at HKT airport?
You are in a right place!

We offer safe, reliable and cost-effective private door-to-door transfers from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Phuket Island and vice versa, as well as any other transfers from HKT airport or from Phuket Island to any other destination.

Furthermore, you can book our affordable chauffeur service renting a car with driver for several hours or for the whole day to use it in Phuket Island and its surroundings.

All our drivers are English-speaking professionals, and some of them speak other foreign languages, too. In any case, our English-language customer support by phone or by WhatsApp will be at your disposal 24/7 after placing your order.

HOW IT WORKS

Choose the route and a vehicle

Select service type you need, choose the route (or hourly hire duration), indicate number of passengers and luggage, as well as other necessary details if needed. See the price for different vehicle classes, choose one suitable for you and press Next.

Choose the payment method

Complete the booking form, choose the payment method, press Make Booking button, make online prepayment (if needed) and get email confirmation. When a driver will be assigned to your job, his phone number will be emailed to you.

The driver meets you with a name tag

Your driver will meet you on-site with a name tag at the right time. He will walk you to the car and safely drive you to your destination. At the end of your ride, if needed, you will pay in cash or by card-to-card transfer to your driver.

OUR BENEFITS

English-speaking drivers

Not only English-speaking support: almost always we can provide you with an English-speaking driver, too

Free cancellation

Change or cancel your booking free of charge at any time up to 72 hours prior to pickup time

Always fixed fares

Be it an airport transfer or city ride, we always have fixed fares: you can quote us on that

Different payment methods

PayPal or credit card online, as well as SEPA, ACH and other bank transfers

Flight status monitoring

We monitor your flight status, the driver will meet you just in time, even if your flight will be delayed

Meet-and-greet service

Our driver will wait you at least 60 minutes after the actual landing of your flight

WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY

Hrj New Zealand 12.07.2025 Throughout Vietnam We used welcome taxis right throughout Vietnam short trips and long. Service, local cars and people were great. Great coms, vehicles and service overall Would recommend Read full text here: Trustpilot

Hrj New Zealand 05.07.2025 Good communications and quality Good communications and quality. Read full text here: Trustpilot

customer United States 05.07.2025 We had a fantastic experience We had a fantastic experience provided by our driver Aspen(sp?). He went the extra mile at every point of our tour. Highly recommend. Read full text here: Trustpilot

WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY

Hrj
New Zealand

12.07.2025

Throughout Vietnam

We used welcome taxis right throughout Vietnam short trips and long. Service, local cars and people were great. Great coms, vehicles and service overall Would recommend

Read full text here: Trustpilot

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Phuket International Airport (IATA: HKT, ICAO: VTSP) is the main airport serving Phuket Island in southern Thailand, located in Mai Khao, Thalang District—about 32 km north of Phuket City.

Key Facts:

• Thailand’s 3rd busiest airport, after Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang.

• In 2024, it handled over 17 million passengers and around 104,000 aircraft movements.

• Features a single runway (09/27, 3,000 m).

Facilities & Infrastructure:

• Two main terminals:

  • Terminal 1: International flights (opened in 2016; capacity ~5 million p/a; 72 gates, 34 immigration counters).

  • Terminal 2 (or Terminal 3): Domestic flights, older but recently renovated.

  • Terminal X: A temporary charter-terminal active during peak periods.

• Total terminal area: ~73,000 m² (int’l) + ~30,000 m² (domestic).

• Upgrades underway to increase capacity to 18 million passengers by 2029.

Passenger Services:

• Amenities include free Wi‑Fi, lounges, ATMs, currency exchange, retail/duty‑free shops, dining across Thai and international cuisines, medical clinics, and disability-access facilities.

• Noteworthy: For fast arrivals, fill out arrival/departure cards before landing—immigration lines can get busy.

Airlines & Destinations:

• Serves ~50 airlines with ~280 daily flights.

• A hub for Bangkok Airways, Thai AirAsia, Thai Airways, Nok Air, and Thai Lion Air.

• Connects Phuket with major international cities (e.g. Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Hong Kong, Doha, Moscow) and domestic hubs like Bangkok & Chiang Mai.

Getting There:

• Taxi (metered): Approx. 600–1,250 THB depending on destination; official meters available outside the terminal.

• Airport buses & minivans: Economical transport to Phuket Town, Patong, Kata, Karon, etc.—100–200 THB.

• Car & scooter rentals, ride‑hail services (Grab), and private transfers are widely available.

Scenic Approach:

• The runway's proximity offers spectacular views: arrivals glide over Mai Khao Beach, and departures soar above Phang Nga Bay.

Future Outlook:

• A second Phuket airport (Andaman International Airport) is in the pipeline, expected operational by 2032, to relieve pressure.

• Meanwhile, ongoing expansions at HKT aim to boost capacity to 18 million passengers per year by 2029.

Summary

Phuket International Airport is a modern, well-equipped facility designed to support Thailand’s bustling tourism in the south. Whether arriving for sun-drenched beaches or connecting to domestic flights, HKT offers a range of conveniences, transport links, and scenic flights. With expansions and a new airport on the horizon, its role as a travel gateway continues to grow.

How to get from Phuket International Airport to Phuket City

Here are the best options for traveling from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Phuket City (Phuket Town):

1. Airport Bus / Phuket Airport Bus

• Where to board: Outside Arrivals (ground floor)

• Route: Direct to Phuket Bus Terminal 1 (Phuket Town)

• Frequency: Hourly, ~08:30–20:30 (some sources say 06:00–20:00)

• Travel time: ~75–90 minutes

• Fare: ~฿100–170 (big bus ~฿100–170; minivan ~฿100)

2. Phuket Smart Bus

• Where to board: Near domestic terminal gates 1–3

• Route: Coastal stops (Bangtao, Patong, Karon, Kata, Rawai) plus Phuket Town

• Frequency: ~Hourly, 09:00–21:00

• Fare: Flat ฿100 to any stop; free for kids under 7

• Travel time: ~45–90 minutes depending on your stop

3. Shared Minivan (Shared Shuttle)

• Where: Ticket counters inside arrivals

• Fare: ฿120–300 depending on destination

• Travel time: ~60–90 min with multiple stops

• Pros: Cheaper than private taxi, more direct than public bus

4. Taxi / Ride‑hailing (Grab, Bolt, etc.)

• Where: Official taxi counters, or via ride-hailing apps

• Taxi fares: Metered (~฿600 to Phuket Town + ฿100 airport surcharge)

• Grab fares: Estimate ฿400–800 depending on demand

• Travel time: ~40–60 minutes

• Pros: Direct, reliable, available 24/7

5. Private Transfer / Pre‑booked Car

• Booked online or via hotel/airport counter

• Rates: ~฿600–1,200 for cars; higher for vans

• Pros: Meet & greet service, door-to-door comfort, ideal for groups/luggage

6. Motorbike Taxi or Songthaew (Local Shared Truck)

• Songthaew (shared pickup): ฿50–฿100 per person between local zones, but limited service from airport

• Motorbike taxi: Not practical for airport to city with luggage

Summary Table

Which to choose?

• Budget & no rush: Take the Airport Bus or Smart Bus (~฿100).

• Balanced cost & comfort: Shared minivan (~฿150–300).

• Fastest & direct: Taxi or Grab (~฿400–800), metered Grab often cheaper than taxi.

• Family/group with luggage: Pre‑book a private transfer.

Pro tips

• Have small bills ready (฿20, 50, 100).

• Check destinations with the driver/desk before boarding.

• Booking online for minivan or private transfer can save waiting time.

• Download the Grab app to compare live rates.