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Phuket Airport Arrivals Information
Phuket International Airport (HKT) has two modern passenger terminals. Terminal 1 operates as Phuket Airport international arrivals, while Terminal 2 is used by domestic carriers only. The airport sees around 16 million passengers each year, making it the second busiest in Thailand. If you have to switch between the international and domestic terminals, you can do so using the free airport shuttle bus. To stay up to date on your Phuket Airport flight arrivals, you can contact your airline directly or use our live Phuket International Airport Arrivals Tracker above.
Terminal 1
Location – Terminal 1 arrivals at Phuket Airport are located on Floor 1.
Operating Airlines – Aeroflot, Aerosvit, Air Berlin, Air China, Air New Zealand, AirAsia, Arkefly, Asiana Airlines, Austrian Airlines (Tyrolean Airways), Business Air, China Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Condor, Dragonair, Edelweiss Air, Emirates, Finnair, Firefly, Hainan Airlines, I-Fly, Indonesia AirAsia, Jetairfly, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Asia Airways, Juneyao Airlines, Korean Air, Mahan Air, Malaysia Airlines, Nordwind Airlines, Philippine Airlines, Qatar Airways, Rossiya, S7 Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, SilkAir, Thai AirAsia, Thai Airways International, Thomson Airways, Tiger Airways, Transaero Airlines, Travel Service Hungary, TUIfly Nordic, UTair Aviation, Virgin Australia.
Terminal 2
Location – The arrivals area in Terminal 2 is located on Floor 1.
Operating Airlines – Bangkok Airways, Happy Air, Nok Air, Orient Thai Airlines, Thai AirAsia, Thai Airways International, Thai Regional Airlines, Thai Smile.
Arriving at Phuket Airport
Once you’ve exited the plane, you will begin seeing signs for “Passport Control”. In Phuket Airport international arrivals, the passport control area is on Floor 2, so you will need to use the stairs, lifts or escalators to reach it, while in the domestic terminal, it’s on Floor 1. Before entering Passport Control, it’s advisable to have your ID and necessary documentation on hand to show to the border control officers. There will be two different sections to Passport Control – Nationals and Foreign Visitors – so be sure to choose one of the correct lines.
After passing through Passport Control, you will then enter the Baggage Claim area, where you can collect your personal belongings. The correct carousel for your flight will be shown on the screens in the Baggage Claim area. Once you have your belongings, you can head through customs and out into the Phuket Airport Arrivals Hall.
Phuket Airport Transport
Phuket International Airport (HKT) is connected to Phuket town centre and nearby resort towns by a local bus network and taxis. The 8411 Airport Bus will get you into Phuket town in around 1 hour and 30 minutes while taking a local taxi will take just 45 minutes to reach your hotel. For a more personalised experience, you can also pre-book a private transfer from arrivals at Phuket Airport and enjoy a seamless, private journey.
*The 8411 Airport Bus stop can be found on the left side of Terminal 1 and between the pick-up and drop-off bays in Terminal 2.
What to do in Arrivals at Phuket Airport?
If you’re looking for ways to spend a long layover, pass the time while waiting for your pickup, or want to grab a quick coffee or bite to eat before heading to your hotel, there are plenty of things to do in arrivals at Phuket Airport. Eateries such as Subway and Big Burger Grill serve up some delicious dishes, while Boarding Cafe has a great choice of coffees and snacks. You can also do a spot of last-minute shopping at Memories of Thailand or the Duty-Free stores. Complimentary Wi-Fi, spacious bathrooms, car rental options, ATMs and information centres are also available in Phuket Airport arrivals, for your comfort and convenience.
*Discover even more things to do in arrivals at Phuket Airport by checking out our complete Phuket Airport Guide.
Phuket International Airport Arrivals Parking
You will find parking just outside of both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 at Phuket International Airport. 15 minutes of complimentary parking is given to all visitors, then a charge of €0.50 (THB 20) per hour or €5 (THB 200) for 24 hours will be applied.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to get through arrivals at Phuket Airport?
The time needed to get through arrivals at Phuket Airport will differ depending on the terminal you’re landing in and the time of year you’re travelling. For the international terminal, it takes around 20 to 30 minutes to pass through Passport Control, then another 10 to 20 minutes for baggage claim. For the domestic terminal, the process should be a little quicker, as you don’t need to enter Passport Control, so around 10 to 20 minutes.