About Phuket Airport
Phuket International Airport is the gateway to Phuket Island and the second busiest airport in Thailand. Click here for cheap flights to Phuket.
Distance from CBD - 39km from Patong
Taxi - Metered taxi fares to the main destinations are approximately as follows:
- Phuket Town: 600 – 900 baht
- Patong Beach: 700 – 1,050 baht
- Kata/Karon Beach: 775 – 1,250 baht
Public Transport
There are two hourly bus services - one (bright orange) from Phuket Airport to Phuket Town, the other (cream coloured) from Phuket Airport to Patong, Kata and Karon beaches.
Car Hire
In the Arrivals area there are two car rental counters, with other rental companies located just outside the airport. You can book your car online to guarantee availability.
Check-in
International check-in is located in Terminal 2.
Money Exchange
Upon arrival there are a number of public bank ATMs past customs. Pre-purchase baht in the form of cash from Travel Money.