Tranquil view of sailboats and yachts in Phuket, Thailand with a warm sunset horizon. — flights from Abu Dhabi to Phuket
Abu Dhabi, UAEPhuket, Thailand

Flights from Abu Dhabi to Phuket

Nonstop flights from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Phuket (HKT) take about 6h 43m (4,975 km). Etihad Airways flies it. Lowest fare seen: $587 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Phuket

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Tranquil view of sailboats and yachts in Phuket, Thailand with a warm sunset horizon. — arriving in Phuket

Airport transfer

HKT → Phuket, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Abu Dhabi →1 lounge at Abu Dhabi AirportTrains, buses and taxi faresHKT to Phuket: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Phuket →1 drop-off point

Things to book in Phuket

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Airlines flying Abu Dhabi to Phuket

Carriers on AUH–HKT according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Etihad Airwaysnonstop fare seen

Abu Dhabi to Phuket fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Oct 2026, from $523 one-way. With stops: Oct 2026, from $166. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$52328 Oct 2026 · Etihad Airways$166 · 2 stops29 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$62525 Nov 2026 · Etihad Airways$205 · 2 stops3 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$6656 Dec 2026 · Etihad Airways$259 · 1 stop31 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$66411 Jan 2027 · Etihad Airways$211 · 2 stops20 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$65617 Feb 2027 · Etihad Airways$250 · 2 stops2 Feb 2027
Mar 2027$68024 Mar 2027 · Etihad Airways$235 · 2 stops26 Mar 2027
Apr 2027$68026 Apr 2027 · Etihad Airways$328 · 2 stops26 Apr 2027
May 2027$6802 May 2027 · Etihad Airways$367 · 2 stops1 May 2027
Jun 2027$6839 Jun 2027 · Etihad Airways$414 · 3 stops9 Jun 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

The next few weeks were the cheapest to fly: from $166 in October 2026, against $211 at best later on.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 9 of 9 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Abu Dhabi to Phuket, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Phuket

Based on weather and travel conditions in Thailand

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The cool, dry season (November–February) is ideal — sunny skies, low humidity, and comfortable temperatures around 25–30°C. The monsoon (May–October) brings heavy rain especially in the south.

Peak season: November – February

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Frequently asked questions — Abu Dhabi to Phuket flights

How long is the flight from Abu Dhabi to Phuket?
A nonstop flight from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Phuket (HKT) takes about 6h 43m, covering 4,975 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Abu Dhabi from Phuket by air?
The great-circle distance between Zayed International Airport and Phuket International Airport is 4,975 km (3,091 miles), a long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Abu Dhabi to Phuket?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the AUH–HKT route include Etihad Airways. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Abu Dhabi to Phuket cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on AUH–HKT was $587 USD with Etihad Airways (nonstop), departing 7 Jan 2027, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Abu Dhabi to Phuket?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in October 2026 were cheapest, from $166 one-way, against $414 for June 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Abu Dhabi to Phuket?
In the fares we saw (12 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $159 with one stop against $587 nonstop, a saving of $428. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from UAE to Thailand?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Thailand visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Phuket?
The cool, dry season (November–February) is ideal — sunny skies, low humidity, and comfortable temperatures around 25–30°C. The monsoon (May–October) brings heavy rain especially in the south.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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