Phuket to Hangzhou (HKT–HGH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Phuket to Hangzhou
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
2 Airlines 2,093 mi 4h 45m nonstop +1h ahead 27 1-stop hubs

HKT–HGH is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air China and Thai Lion Air lead the route. The flight covers 2,093 miles in approximately 4h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 27 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop HKT–HGH service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
CA Air China 0 Star Alliance
SL Thai Lion Air 0
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: CA (0 flights/wk, 0%)
Unaffiliated: SL (0 flights/wk, 0%)
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 HGH.
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One-Stop Connections
27
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~40h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
1,193
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.

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Phuket, it's 7:00 PM in Hangzhou.
Distance & Flight Time
2,093 mi / 3,368 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 45m.
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 HGH

Metro Line 7 connects the airport to the city. Transfer to Line 1 or Line 2 for most central destinations including the West Lake area; total journey 60–80 minutes (¥7–10). Operating hours: 6am to 11pm.Taxis to the city centre cost ¥70–110 (metered). DiDi ride-hailing is cheaper and convenient. Airport shuttle coaches (¥20–30) run fixed routes to major hotels. Car rental is available at the terminal. Hangzhou is a 45-minute high-speed train from Shanghai Hongqiao if connecting overland.

Hangzhou Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and extremely humid (30–38°C) with heavy monsoon rainfall June through September. Thunderstorms and the Meiyu (plum rain) season in June cause regular delays. Typhoons from the South China Sea occasionally affect the region in August–September.

Winters are cold but rarely severe (0–8°C) with occasional frost and light snow. Spring (April–May) is rainy and foggy, which can reduce runway visibility. October and November are the most pleasant and reliable for travel.

HKT–HGH Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Phuket to Hangzhou route.
Route details
Distance2,093 mi / 3,368 km
Flight time4h 45m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)2
1-stop connections27 hubs
Origin: HKT
IATA / ICAOHKT / VTSP
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok
Passengers/yr17.2M
Elevation82 ft / 25 m
Destination: HGH
IATA / ICAOHGH / ZSHC
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr48.0M
Elevation23 ft / 7 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about HKT to HGH flights.
Nonstop flights from Phuket International Airport to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport take approximately 4h 45m. The route covers 2,093 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Air China and Thai Lion Air.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CSX, PVG, KWE, CKG, CGO, TYN, XIY, ICN, TPE, BKK, TAS, SZX, PEK, ALA, DOH, CAN, DMK, KMG, HKG, SIN, SGN, KUL, SYD, DXB, TFU, SVO and MEL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Hangzhou is 1 hour ahead of Phuket.
Yes, return flights from HGH 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 HGH

Phuket International Airport (HKT) and Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH) are connected by nonstop service from Air China and Thai Lion Air.

HKT to HGH Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from HKT to HGH ranges from 4 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,093 miles (3,368 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

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