Changsha (Changsha) to Phuket (CSX–HKT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Changsha (Changsha) to Phuket
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Airlines 1,694 mi 4h 15m nonstop -1h behind 17 1-stop hubs

CSX–HKT is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Thai Lion Air leads the route. The flight covers 1,694 miles in approximately 4h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 17 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop CSX–HKT service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
SL Thai Lion Air 0 – – – – –
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: SL (0 flights/wk, 0%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for CSX to HKT.
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One-Stop Connections
17
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~28h
Longest
KMG ~6h 48m NGB ~8h 30m XIY ~8h 30m NKG ~8h 45m TYN ~9h 5m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
1,138
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Phuket is 1 hour behind Changsha (Changsha).
CSX: CST · HKT: +07

When it's 6:00 PM in Changsha (Changsha), it's 5:00 PM in Phuket.
Distance & Flight Time
1,694 mi / 2,725 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 15m.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders enter Thailand visa-free for up to 30 days per visit under a bilateral agreement effective March 1, 2026. Total stays cannot exceed 90 days within any 180-day period. A Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) must be completed online before entry. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the entry date with at least two blank pages.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to CSX

Changsha Metro Line 6 connects the city centre (Changsha South Railway Station interchange) to the airport in 50 minutes for CNY 8–10. The metro operates from roughly 06:30 to 23:00. Airport shuttle buses depart from major hotels and the railway station for CNY 20.DiDi and taxis run from the city centre for CNY 80–130 depending on traffic; the airport is about 25 km east of the city. Driving via G60 Shanghai–Kunming Expressway with dedicated airport exit takes 35–50 minutes in normal conditions.

Facts

CSX–HKT Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Changsha (Changsha) to Phuket route.
Route details
Distance1,694 mi / 2,725 km
Flight time4h 15m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
1-stop connections17 hubs
Origin: CSX
Full nameChangsha Huanghua International Airport
IATA / ICAOCSX / ZGHA
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr28.0M
Elevation217 ft / 66 m
Destination: HKT
Full namePhuket International Airport
IATA / ICAOHKT / VTSP
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok
Passengers/yr17.2M
Elevation82 ft / 25 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CSX to HKT flights.
Nonstop flights from Changsha Huanghua International Airport to Phuket International Airport take approximately 4h 15m. The route covers 1,694 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Thai Lion Air.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through KMG, NGB, XIY, NKG, TYN, CKG, BKK, CAN, KUL, ICN, TFU, SIN, DMK, HKG, PEK, PVG and HGH. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Phuket is 1 hour behind Changsha (Changsha).
Yes, return flights from HKT to CSX are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from CSX to HKT

Changsha Huanghua International Airport (CSX) and Phuket International Airport (HKT) are connected by nonstop service from Thai Lion Air.

CSX to HKT Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from CSX to HKT ranges from 4 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,694 miles (2,725 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

17 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via KMG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.