Flying from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Senai Airport (JHB): what you need to know
Johor Bahru's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Johor Bahru one hour ahead of Phuket.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your HKT to JHB flight.
During popular months such as February, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Phuket International Airport to Senai Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between HKT and JHB:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Penang International Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Senai Airport (JHB)
Right now, ₹ 5,373 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Phuket International Airport to Senai Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ₹ 13,542. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from HKT to JHB. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Phuket International Airport to Senai Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across the month and bag a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from HKT to JHB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Phuket International Airport to Senai Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Phuket International Airport (HKT)
65.93% of flights leaving from Phuket International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Phuket International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Phuket. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near HKT. Whether you're catching an early flight from Phuket International Airport to Senai Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Senai Airport (JHB)
Consider booking a hotel close to JHB if you're catching a late Phuket International Airport to Senai Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Senai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from ASIA CAR, R&R Rent A Car or Suria car hire to explore Johor Bahru and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Senai Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Senai Airport (JHB) to central Johor Bahru
From Senai Airport, Johor Bahru is approximately 26 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Senai Airport (JHB)
August is the most popular month for flights from Phuket International Airport to Senai Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Johor Bahru in February.
The warmest month in Johor Bahru is April, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from Phuket International Airport to Senai Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 23ºC and 30ºC. Look for cheap tickets from HKT to JHB sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Malaysia
Johor Bahru has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia you should also see. Around 290 kilometres north-west of Johor Bahru, a trip to Kuala Lumpur will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park.
Any journey through Malaysia wouldn't be complete without visiting Kampung Baru Subang. Simflightkl is just one of the highlights in this destination, which is roughly 306 kilometres north-west of Johor Bahru.