Phuket to Ningbo (HKT–NGB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Phuket to Ningbo
2 carriers, 3 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 3 Flights/wk 2,121 mi 4h 35m nonstop +1h ahead 15 1-stop hubs

HKT–NGB is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Spring Airlines and Thai Lion Air lead the route. The flight covers 2,121 miles in approximately 4h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 15 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop HKT–NGB service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
9C Spring Airlines 3 – – – – –
SL Thai Lion Air 0 – – – – –
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: 9C + SL (3 flights/wk, 100%)
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 HKT to NGB.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
15
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
CSX ~7h 5m KWE ~7h 15m CGO ~8h 25m TYN ~8h 35m XIY ~8h 50m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
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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
Ningbo is 1 hour ahead of Phuket.
HKT: +07 · NGB: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Phuket, it's 7:00 PM in Ningbo.
Distance & Flight Time
2,121 mi / 3,413 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 35m.
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.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Facts

HKT–NGB Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Phuket to Ningbo route.
Route details
Distance2,121 mi / 3,413 km
Flight time4h 35m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights3 out / 3 return
1-stop connections15 hubs
Origin: HKT
Full namePhuket International Airport
IATA / ICAOHKT / VTSP
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok
Passengers/yr17.2M
Elevation82 ft / 25 m
Destination: NGB
Full nameNingbo Lishe International Airport
IATA / ICAONGB / ZSNB
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr9.4M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about HKT to NGB flights.
Nonstop flights from Phuket International Airport to Ningbo Lishe International Airport take approximately 4h 35m. The route covers 2,121 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Spring Airlines and Thai Lion Air.
There are approximately 3 nonstop flights per week from HKT to NGB. The return direction has about 3 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CSX, KWE, CGO, TYN, XIY, PVG, SIN, CKG, CAN, KMG, PEK, BKK, HKG, TPE and TFU. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Ningbo is 1 hour ahead of Phuket.
Yes, return flights from NGB 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 NGB

Phuket International Airport (HKT) and Ningbo Lishe International Airport (NGB) are connected by nonstop service from Spring Airlines and Thai Lion Air. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

HKT to NGB Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from HKT to NGB ranges from 4 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,121 miles (3,413 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

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