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Cheapest round-trip
$654
Typical prices: $640-$868
Air Arabia
Fri 2/23Fri 3/2
HKT - IST • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$1,347
Typical prices: $876-$1,172
Turkish Airlines
Tue 12/4Mon 12/10
HKT - IST • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines. Average duration is 10h 59m
Direct flights
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Avoid delays
Turkish Airlines
Most punctual • 84% on-time
Night
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 13% price drop
June
Most popular
Good to know
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Top layover airports
Sharjah (SHJ)
Cheapest • Avg $580 (round-trip)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK)
Shortest trip • 13h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Phuket City to Istanbul (HKT-IST)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Phuket City to Istanbul

Tue, Feb 23 - Tue, Mar 2
Air Arabia Logo
11:05 am - 1:20 pmHKT  Phuket City-IST Istanbul
30h 15m1 stop Sharjah
Air Arabia Logo
2:05 pm - 10:15 amIST  Istanbul-HKT Phuket City
16h 10m1 stop Sharjah
$654Air Arabia
Wed, Nov 25 - Mon, Nov 30
Air Arabia Logo
6:20 pm - 1:20 pmHKT  Phuket City-IST Istanbul
23h 00m1 stop Sharjah
Air Arabia Logo
2:05 pm - 5:20 pmIST  Istanbul-HKT Phuket City
23h 15m1 stop Sharjah
$654Air Arabia
Fri, Nov 20 - Fri, Nov 27
IndiGo Logo
8:55 am - 6:30 pmHKT  Phuket City-IST Istanbul
13h 35m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
IndiGo Logo
2:55 pm - 7:15 pmIST  Istanbul-HKT Phuket City
24h 20m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
$721IndiGo
Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:55 am - 6:30 pmHKT  Phuket City-IST Istanbul
13h 35m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:40 pm - 5:40 pmIST  Istanbul-HKT Phuket City
22h 00m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
$761Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:55 am - 6:30 pmHKT  Phuket City-IST Istanbul
13h 35m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 8:25 amIST  Istanbul-HKT Phuket City
21h 05m2 stops Ashgabat Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
$775Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Thu, Nov 26
Emirates Logo
7:50 pm - 9:55 pmHKT  Phuket City-IST Istanbul
30h 05m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
1:55 am - 7:05 pmIST  Istanbul-HKT Phuket City
37h 10m2 stops Dubai Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
$975Emirates
Fri, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:55 am - 6:30 pmHKT  Phuket City-IST Istanbul
13h 35m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:00 am - 3:50 pmIST  Istanbul-HKT Phuket City
9h 50mnonstop
$1,001Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11
Qatar Airways Logo
10:30 am - 12:20 pmHKT  Phuket City-IST Istanbul
29h 50m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
8:10 pm - 7:05 pmIST  Istanbul-HKT Phuket City
18h 55m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
$1,040Qatar Airways
Fri, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 10
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:55 am - 3:50 pmHKT  Phuket City-IST Istanbul
10h 55mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
2:00 am - 3:50 pmIST  Istanbul-HKT Phuket City
9h 50mnonstop
$1,347Turkish Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Mon, Dec 14
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 12:35 pmHKT  Phuket City-IST Istanbul
18h 35m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
Turkish Airlines Logo
2:00 am - 3:50 pmIST  Istanbul-HKT Phuket City
9h 50mnonstop
$1,368Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Phuket City to Istanbul Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Phuket City to Istanbul Airport?

Round-trip flights from Phuket City to Istanbul Airport typically range from $640 to $868. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $654, on Air Arabia.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Phuket City to Istanbul Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Phuket City to Istanbul Airport. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 16% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Phuket City to Istanbul Airport?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Phuket City to Istanbul Airport at $659 round-trip.
•August ($1,052) and January ($899) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 59% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Expert advice for your flight from Phuket City to Istanbul

 
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Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Expert on HKT

Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who has lived in five countries and traveled to over 50, with extensive experience flying around the world. She was born in Colorado, but has spent time flying to both coasts to visit family. She writes regularly for Travel + Leisure, BuzzFeed, and SKI and recently published seven travel journals with Simon & Schuster.

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Jenna Scatena

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Journalist and Travel Writer, Jenna Scatena is an award-winning travel writer with a love for sharing stories and exploring new places, especially by Vespa. Though she's from San Francisco, she has spent a significant chunk of her vacation days over the last decade eating her way through Texas and sleeping in hotels around the world—especially in California, the Middle East, and Europe.

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Key details for Phuket City to Istanbul Airport flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$313
Beat the crowds with an average 73% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 62% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Phuket City to Istanbul Airport

When to book flights from Phuket City to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Phuket City to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Phuket City to Istanbul Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Phuket City to Istanbul Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Phuket City to Istanbul Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:55 am and lands at 7:54 pm
    • Latest: departs at 10:25 pm and lands at 9:24 am.

    The flight takes about 10h 59m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Phuket City to Istanbul Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Phuket City to Istanbul Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Phuket City to Istanbul Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Phuket City to Istanbul Airport takes 10h 59m, covering 4,787 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Phuket City to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Phuket City to Istanbul Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Phuket City to Istanbul Airport range from $640 to $868, with an average of $754 over the past 12 months. Anything below $640 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Phuket City to Istanbul Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $580 round-trip via Sharjah (SHJ), compared to $877 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Phuket City to Istanbul Airport?

    Turkish Airlines is the only airline operating Phuket City to Istanbul Airport flights. 84% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Phuket City to Istanbul Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $62–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Phuket City to Istanbul Airport?

    The Airbus A350-900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Turkish Airlines and Thai Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787 Dreamliner variants.

  • How are flight departures from Phuket City to Istanbul Airport spread across the day?

    Night is the busiest departure period on Phuket City to Istanbul Airport flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Phuket City to Istanbul Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $654 to $5,519. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Phuket City to Istanbul Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Phuket City to Istanbul Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $434, which is 8% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Istanbul Airport (IST)?

    Istanbul Airport (IST) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $10 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • CIRCULAR
    • Avec Car Rental
    • Ok Mobility
    • Alamo
    • Autounion Car Rental

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Phuket City to Istanbul Airport?

    Flights from Phuket City to Istanbul Airport usually depart from Phuket City (HKT) and arrive at Istanbul (IST).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Phuket City to Istanbul Airport?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Phuket City to Istanbul Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Phuket City to Istanbul Airport route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 30m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Phuket City to Istanbul Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Phuket City to Istanbul Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Sharjah (SHJ) - 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Phuket City to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Phuket City to Istanbul Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $716 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $877, a difference of $161.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Phuket City to Istanbul Airport?

    Only Turkish Airlines operates flights between Phuket City and Istanbul Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Phuket City to Istanbul Airport?

    Flying via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 49m, compared with 14h 25m via Sharjah (SHJ) and 15h 05m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

  • What is the time difference between Phuket City and Istanbul Airport?

    Istanbul Airport is 4 hours behind Phuket City (Turkey Time vs Indochina Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Istanbul Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Istanbul Airport are Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii and Beyazit Meydani. These are among the most viewed places in Istanbul Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Phuket City to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Turkish Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Phuket City to Istanbul Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $716, about $161 less than Friday fares (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Phuket City to Istanbul Airport trip for September. Fares historically average $659 round-trip in that month - typically $393 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Sharjah Airport (SHJ) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $580 round-trip on this route - about $297 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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Phuket City to Istanbul

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

Turkish Airlines

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Sunday

Turkish Airlines

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Istanbul to Phuket City

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

Turkish Airlines

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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