Direct (nonstop) flights from Sydney to Phuket

1 airline flys nonstop from Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) to Phuket International Airport (HKT). It's 4,510 miles (7,258 km), about 9h 15m in the air. Operated by Jetstar.

SYD
Kingsford Smith International Airport
🇦🇺 Sydney, Australia
HKT
Phuket International Airport
🇹🇭 Phuket, Thailand
Flight Time
9h 15m
Distance
4,510 mi
7,258 km
CO₂/pax
690 kg
−51 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Jetstar
Time Diff
-3h
Operated by Jetstar Jetstar

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Jetstar JQ Jetstar
Route
SYD → HKT
Flight Time
9h 15m
Distance
4,510 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Sydney to Phuket with one stop · direct emits 690 kg CO₂ per passenger

SYD DPS (Denpasar) HKT
Leg 1: 6h 30m (2,870 mi) Leg 2: 3h 50m (1,640 mi) Total: ~10h 20m 🍃 741 kg CO₂ (+7% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYD → DPS
6h 30m · 2,870 mi
View SYD to DPS flights →
Leg 2
DPS → HKT
3h 50m · 1,640 mi
View DPS to HKT flights →
SYD MEL (Melbourne) HKT
Leg 1: 1h 35m (439 mi) Leg 2: 8h 50m (4,350 mi) Total: ~10h 25m 🍃 771 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYD → MEL
1h 35m · 439 mi
View SYD to MEL flights →
Leg 2
MEL → HKT
8h 50m · 4,350 mi
View MEL to HKT flights →
SYD SIN (Singapore) HKT
Leg 1: 8h 30m (3,907 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (606 mi) Total: ~10h 25m 🍃 734 kg CO₂ (+6% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYD → SIN
8h 30m · 3,907 mi
View SYD to SIN flights →
Leg 2
SIN → HKT
1h 55m · 606 mi
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SYD KUL (Kuala Lumpur) HKT
Leg 1: 9h 10m (4,087 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (437 mi) Total: ~10h 40m 🍃 731 kg CO₂ (+6% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYD → KUL
9h 10m · 4,087 mi
View SYD to KUL flights →
Leg 2
KUL → HKT
1h 30m · 437 mi
View KUL to HKT flights →
SYD SGN (Ho Chi Minh City) HKT
Leg 1: 8h 50m (4,245 mi) Leg 2: 1h 53m (600 mi) Total: ~10h 43m 🍃 785 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYD → SGN
8h 50m · 4,245 mi
View SYD to SGN flights →
Leg 2
SGN → HKT
1h 53m · 600 mi
View SGN to HKT flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Sydney to Phuket?

A nonstop flight from Sydney (SYD) to Phuket (HKT) takes approximately 9 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 4,510 miles (7,258 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Sydney to Phuket?

Just Jetstar.

Is there a nonstop flight from Sydney to Phuket?

Yes. 1 airline: Jetstar.

How far is Sydney from Phuket?

The flight distance from Sydney to Phuket is 4,510 miles (7,258 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Rome.

What is the time difference between Sydney and Phuket?

Phuket is 3 hours behind Sydney. (Australia/Sydney vs Asia/Bangkok.)

What type of aircraft flies from Sydney to Phuket?

At 9h 15m, this route typically uses wide-body aircraft — Boeing 777, 787, or Airbus A330/A350. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Australia to Thailand?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Thailand embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Sydney to Phuket?

Roughly 690 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 3,450 km.

Is the return flight from Phuket to Sydney also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Phuket?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Kingsford Smith International Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.