Flights from Singapore to Phuket, Thailand

Home to some of Thailand’s most popular beaches, the mountainous island of Phuket in the Andaman Sea has high-end resorts, spas and restaurants. Phuket City is a delightful mix of busy markets and old shop houses, and the main town has various nightclubs, bars and discos. Tuk Tuks, taxis and long-tailed boats ferry visitors around the island to dive, snorkel, windsurf, sail or explore the forested hills and cliffs inland. At the end of a beautiful day, you can choose a spot by a blue lagoon to linger and enjoy the sunset.

Flying to Phuket

1. Which airports serve Singapore to Phuket?

Changi Airport in Singapore offers both direct and non-direct flights to Phuket. It is around 15km from the city and is the easternmost stop on Singapore's extensive subway. Phuket International Airport is the second-busiest in Thailand. Terminal One is for international flights, including those from Singapore, Terminal Two is for domestic flights and Terminal X is for charter flights.

2. Which airlines operate flights from Singapore to Phuket?

There are currently 79 direct flights from Singapore to Phuket. Flights take place every day from a wide range of carriers, including JetStar, Swiss, Malaysia and China Eastern. There are also indirect flights at a slightly lower cost.

3. How long is the flight?

The average length of a direct flight from Singapore to Phuket is one hour and 48 minutes. Depending on the route and stopovers, flight times on indirect flights will vary.

4. Climate changes between Singapore to Phuket

There is very little difference in the climate between Singapore and Phuket, and the range of temperatures throughout the year is similar. In Singapore, the hottest month is February with an average temperature of 81°F, and the coldest is January at 79°F. The wettest month is December with an average of 269mm of rain. Due to its closeness to the Equator, Phuket’s weather is pleasantly warm all year. The rainy season lasts from May to October with 100mm of rain each month. Phuket is at its hottest in March with an average temperature of 84°F and at its coldest in January with an average temperature of 81°F.

5. Culture differences and need-to-know

The Singapore dollar is legal tender in Singapore, as is the Brunei dollar on a 1:1 exchange rate. Some shopping centers and hotels also accept US dollars, British pounds, Australian dollars and Japanese yen. Travelers to Phuket will have to exchange their Singapore currency into Thai bhat on arrival. If cash is an issue, then ATMs are not too hard to find, and most accept all major credit cards.

Phuket Information

Singapore has much to offer, and thanks to having one of the world’s most efficient public transportation systems, it is easy to navigate. Why not visit Little India and the temples in Chinatown or enjoy the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Singapore Botanic Gardens? You will also not want to miss shopping in Orchard Road.