Phuket to Zhengzhou (HKT–CGO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Phuket to Zhengzhou
1 carrier, 3 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 3 Flights/wk 2,075 mi 5h 5m nonstop +1h ahead 23 1-stop hubs

HKT–CGO is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Thai Lion Air leads the route. The flight covers 2,075 miles in approximately 5h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 23 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop HKT–CGO service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
SL Thai Lion Air 3
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: SL (3 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for HKT to CGO.
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One-Stop Connections
23
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~39h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
1,164
Candidates
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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.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Zhengzhou is 1 hour ahead of Phuket.
HKT: +07 · CGO: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Phuket, it's 7:00 PM in Zhengzhou.
Distance & Flight Time
2,075 mi / 3,338 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 5m.
Visa & Entry

Thai passport holders enter China visa-free for stays up to 30 days under a mutual visa exemption agreement that took effect March 1, 2026. No advance application is needed. The 30-day stay cannot be extended in country. Total time in China must not exceed 90 days within any 180-day period. This covers tourism and business visits only. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.

Getting from CGO

Metro Line 2 runs from the airport to central Zhengzhou and Zhengzhou East Station (high-speed rail hub) in 30–40 minutes for CNY 20–25. Taxis and DiDi depart from designated stands outside arrivals; fares to the city centre are CNY 70–120. Airport bus routes serve multiple hotel and transport hubs across the city.Zhengzhou is a major high-speed rail node with frequent connections to Beijing, Shanghai, Xi'an, and Wuhan from Zhengzhou East Station. Rental car desks are in the arrivals hall.

Zhengzhou Climate

Humid continental climate. Summers (June–August) are hot and humid at 28–36°C with heavy rainfall; flooding and severe thunderstorms are genuine risks and can disrupt ground operations. Winters (December–February) are cold and dry at −4 to 5°C, with occasional snow and freezing fog causing de-icing delays.

Zhengzhou is prone to extreme weather events, including the historic July 2021 floods. Spring and autumn are mild and pleasant. Sandstorms can occur in spring, occasionally reducing visibility at the airport.

HKT–CGO Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Phuket to Zhengzhou route.
Route details
Distance2,075 mi / 3,338 km
Flight time5h 5m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights3 out
1-stop connections23 hubs
Origin: HKT
IATA / ICAOHKT / VTSP
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok
Passengers/yr17.2M
Elevation82 ft / 25 m
Destination: CGO
IATA / ICAOCGO / ZHCC
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr28.6M
Elevation495 ft / 151 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about HKT to CGO flights.
Nonstop flights from Phuket International Airport to Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport take approximately 5h 5m. The route covers 2,075 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Thai Lion Air.
There are approximately 3 nonstop flights per week from HKT to CGO.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through KWE, NGB, CKG, KUL, HKG, SIN, BKK, CAN, ICN, HGH, TPE, PVG, KMG, SYD, PEK, DMK, HEL, MCT, TFU, DOH, LGW, FRA and CPH. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Zhengzhou is 1 hour ahead of Phuket.
Yes, return flights from CGO to HKT 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 HKT to CGO

Phuket International Airport (HKT) and Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport (CGO) are connected by nonstop service from Thai Lion Air. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

HKT to CGO Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from HKT to CGO ranges from 5 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,075 miles (3,338 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

23 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via KWE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.