Tranquil view of sailboats and yachts in Phuket, Thailand with a warm sunset horizon. — flights from Riyadh to Phuket
Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaPhuket, Thailand

Flights from Riyadh to Phuket

Nonstop flights from Riyadh (RUH) to Phuket (HKT) take about 7h 43m (5,773 km). Saudia flies it. Lowest fare seen: $421 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 Riyadh →4 lounges at Riyadh 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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Phuket Wildlife Watching 4.7 · 12 Tiqets reviews

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Airlines flying Riyadh to Phuket

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

✈ Saudianonstop fare seen

Riyadh to Phuket fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $420 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $228. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026—$231 · 1 stop29 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$42016 Nov 2026 · Saudia$228 · 1 stop29 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$4322 Dec 2026 · Saudia$247 · 1 stop3 Dec 2026
Jan 2027—$293 · 1 stop10 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$45910 Feb 2027 · Saudia$292 · 1 stop10 Feb 2027
Apr 2027—$289 · 1 stop21 Apr 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $228 for November 2026, $247 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 3 of 3 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Riyadh 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 — Riyadh to Phuket flights

How long is the flight from Riyadh to Phuket?
A nonstop flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Phuket (HKT) takes about 7h 43m, covering 5,773 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 Riyadh from Phuket by air?
The great-circle distance between King Khalid International Airport and Phuket International Airport is 5,773 km (3,587 miles), a long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Riyadh to Phuket?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the RUH–HKT route include Saudia. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Riyadh to Phuket cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on RUH–HKT was $421 USD with Saudia (nonstop), departing 30 Dec 2026, 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 Riyadh to Phuket?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $228 one-way, against $293 for January 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Riyadh to Phuket?
In the fares we saw (12 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $224 with one stop against $421 nonstop, a saving of $197. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from Saudi Arabia 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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