Phuket to Hangzhou (HKT–HGH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
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, 24 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA Air China | 3 | 320 | 4h45 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| SL Thai Lion Air | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
HKT: +07 · HGH: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Phuket, it's 7:00 PM in Hangzhou.
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.
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.
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
Frequently Asked Questions
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. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
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). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
24 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via CSX. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.