Tranquil view of sailboats and yachts in Phuket, Thailand with a warm sunset horizon. — flights from Seoul to Phuket
Seoul, South KoreaPhuket, Thailand

Flights from Seoul to Phuket

Nonstop flights from Seoul (ICN) to Phuket (HKT) take about 5h 54m (4,320 km). Asiana Airlines and Korean Air fly it. Lowest fare seen: $241 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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Airlines flying Seoul to Phuket

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

✈ Asiana Airlinesnonstop fare seen✈ Korean Airnonstop fare seen

Seoul to Phuket fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Dec 2026, from $266 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $156. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$27027 Oct 2026 · Asiana Airlines$199 · 1 stop28 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$27225 Nov 2026 · Asiana Airlines$156 · 1 stop25 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$2663 Dec 2026 · Asiana Airlines$163 · 1 stop2 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$30821 Jan 2027 · Asiana Airlines$166 · 1 stop27 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$32118 Feb 2027 · Asiana Airlines$165 · 1 stop17 Feb 2027
Mar 2027$2686 Mar 2027 · Asiana Airlines$163 · 1 stop6 Mar 2027
Apr 2027$29913 Apr 2027 · Asiana Airlines$183 · 1 stop22 Apr 2027
May 2027$27522 May 2027 · Asiana Airlines$188 · 1 stop22 May 2027
Jul 2027$39815 Jul 2027 · Asiana Airlines$187 · 1 stop17 Jul 2027
Sept 2027$43830 Sept 2027 · Korean Air$166 · 1 stop30 Sept 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $156 for November 2026, $163 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 10 of 10 months with both fares.

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

How long is the flight from Seoul to Phuket?
A nonstop flight from Seoul (ICN) to Phuket (HKT) takes about 5h 54m, covering 4,320 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 Seoul from Phuket by air?
The great-circle distance between Incheon International Airport and Phuket International Airport is 4,320 km (2,684 miles), a long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Seoul to Phuket?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the ICN–HKT route include Asiana Airlines and Korean Air. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Seoul to Phuket cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on ICN–HKT was $241 USD with Asiana Airlines (nonstop), departing 14 Oct 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 Seoul to Phuket?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $156 one-way, against $199 for October 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Seoul to Phuket?
In the fares we saw (12 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $152 with one stop against $241 nonstop, a saving of $89. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from South Korea 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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