Airports Near Karon Beach
หาดกะรน
Quick Overview
| Airport | Code | Distance | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phuket International Airport Nearest | HKT | 43 km | Recommended |
| Krabi International Airport | KBV | 157 km |
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Distance: 43 km from Karon Beach
Getting to Karon Beach
* Prices and schedules are based on traveler reports from Pantip and may change. Always confirm with service providers.
| Transport | Price | Duration | Convenience | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airport Bus to Phuket Town | 80-100 THB | 1 hr | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | Buses can take 1-1.5 hours due to traffic. From Phuket Town, take a local bus to Karon. |
| Airport Minibus to Karon | 180-200 THB | - | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | Some minibuses go to Patong first before Karon. |
| Taxi from Airport to Karon | 1,000-1,200 THB | - | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | Taxi fares can be very expensive. |
| Phuket Smart Bus | 170 THB | - | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | Goes from airport to various locations. |
| Songthaew (local bus) from Phuket Town to Karon | 30-50 THB | 1 hr | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | Need to transfer at Phuket Town from Airport Bus. |
| Taxi from Airport to Patong | 650 THB | - | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | Reference from comment id 4553545 |
| Taxi from Airport to Kata/Karon | 750 THB | - | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | Reference from comment id 4553545 |
Local Tips
Real advice from Thai travelers: These tips are collected from Pantip, Thailand's largest online community where locals share travel experiences.
Taxi in Phuket is expensive. Consider other options.
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Take the Airport Bus to Phuket Town and then a local bus to Karon to save money.
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If you can drive, renting a car is recommended for traveling around Phuket.
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Avoid taking a taxi in Phuket, as the price is very high.
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The Phuket Smart Bus is an option to get from the airport to some locations.
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If you want to eat Dim Sum, take an early flight and go to Phuket Town before heading to your final destination.
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Driving a motorcycle from the airport to Karon is not recommended due to the distance and road conditions.
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Hotels sometimes offer airport shuttle service or free transfers to the city.
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Alternative Airports
Krabi International Airport (KBV)
Distance: 157 km
Consider this airport if you find better flight deals or connections through Krabi.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to get from Phuket Airport to Karon Beach?
Several options exist: Airport Bus to Phuket Town then local bus to Karon, direct minibus from the airport, or taxi. Taxi is the most expensive.