Phuket has direct flight connections from several major Indian cities, alongside the option of a quick connection via Bangkok. Base round-trip flight from India: USD 220. Fares vary by city and season. Below are realistic return fares as of June 2026.
Delhi → Phuket
~4.5h direct
₹19,000 – ₹30,000
IndiGo, Thai AirAsia · return
Mumbai → Phuket
~4.5h direct
₹18,000 – ₹28,000
IndiGo, Vistara · return
Bangalore / Chennai → Phuket
~4h direct (seasonal)
₹17,000 – ₹27,000
IndiGo, Thai AirAsia · return
Kolkata → Phuket (via Bangkok)
~5-6h with connection
₹20,000 – ₹32,000
Thai Airways, IndiGo · return
💡 Pro tip: Direct routes from Delhi and Mumbai are usually cheapest and fastest. If flying from a smaller city, compare a direct Phuket flight against flying via Bangkok first — sometimes the connection works out cheaper despite the longer travel time.
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Hotel Cost in Phuket
PER NIGHT
Phuket hotel prices vary hugely by beach — Patong and Karon offer the widest range of budget options, while Kamala and Surin lean upscale. Hotel cost is 40% of the daily rate in our calculator. A budget stay runs ₹1,900/night; mid-range ₹4,700/night per room; comfortable ₹11,000/night.
BUDGET
₹1,500–₹3,000
per night · per room
Guesthouses & hostels
Short walk or scooter ride to the beach
Breakfast rarely included
Best areas: Kata, Karon, Rawai
MID-RANGE ★
₹4,000–₹7,500
per night · most popular
3–4★ beachfront or near-beach hotel
Pool, breakfast typically included
Best areas: Karon, Kata, Patong (quieter end)
COMFORTABLE
₹8,000–₹30,000
per night
4–5★ resort · beachfront or hillside sea view
Private pool villas common at the top end
Best areas: Kamala, Surin, Bang Tao
Kata Beach Guesthouse
Kata · walkable to beach, budget-friendly
★★★
₹1,800–₹3,000/night
Karon Beach Resort
Karon · quieter than Patong, family-friendly
★★★★
₹4,500–₹7,000/night
Kamala Beach Villa Resort
Kamala · upscale, quieter luxury
★★★★★
₹10,000–₹25,000/night
Patong Central Hotel
Patong · nightlife access, central
★★★
₹2,500–₹5,000/night
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Food Cost in Phuket
PER DAY
Food is 30% of the daily rate per person in our calculator. Phuket's street food and local markets keep costs genuinely low — budget travellers spend ₹700/day; mid-range ₹1,200/day mixing street food and casual restaurants; comfortable ₹2,200/day with proper seafood dining.
Meal type
What you get
Cost (₹)
Street food stall
Pad thai, satay, or a rice dish — a full plate
₹100–₹250
Night market meal
Wider variety, grilled seafood, mango sticky rice
₹150–₹400
Beachfront seafood dinner
Fresh grilled fish or prawns, shared
₹800–₹1,800
Casual restaurant meal
Mid-range Thai or international restaurant, 2-course
₹500–₹1,000
Beach club / resort dining
Higher-end resort restaurant, cocktails included
₹2,000–₹4,500
Total per day — budget (street food)
₹500–₹800
Total per day — mid-range mix
₹1,000–₹1,600
For Indian travellers: Vegetarian options are readily available at most restaurants (som tam, veg pad thai, tofu dishes), and Indian restaurants exist in Patong and Karon for anyone wanting a familiar meal midway through the trip.
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Island Tours & Activities Cost
PER ACTIVITY
Activity
Location
Cost per person (₹)
Notes
Patong Beach
Patong
Free
Public beach access
Phi Phi Islands day tour
By speedboat
₹2,800–₹4,500
Full-day tour, lunch included
James Bond Island tour
Phang Nga Bay
₹2,500–₹4,000
Includes canoeing through limestone caves
Similan Islands diving/snorkelling day trip
By speedboat
₹6,000–₹9,000
Seasonal, Nov-Apr only
Big Buddha & Old Phuket Town tour
Half-day
₹800–₹1,500
Cultural sightseeing, often combined
Introductory scuba dive
Various dive centres
₹3,500–₹5,500
No certification required
Muay Thai show
Patong/Bangla Road
₹700–₹1,500
Live fights, popular evening activity
Phuket visa for Indians: Thailand's visa-free entry for Indian passport holders applies fully to Phuket — no advance application, no fee, up to 60 days on arrival.
✓ Visa-free, no fee, up to 60 daysDirect flights from most Indian metros
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Phuket Budget Calculator
GET YOUR PERSONALISED PHUKET BUDGET
Uses the exact same data and formula as the Factvisit Trip Budget Planner — Phuket daily rates: Budget USD 45 · Mid USD 75 · Comfort USD 130 · Luxury USD 240. Exchange rate: ₹84.5/USD.
Same calculation as the homepage Trip Budget Planner. Includes flights, accommodation (1 room per 2 pax), food & drinks, local transport, and activities. No visa cost — Thailand is visa-free for Indians. 8% miscellaneous buffer added.
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Best Time to Visit Phuket (By Budget)
Month
Weather
Flights
Hotels
Verdict
Jan
✅ Dry, warm · peak season
High
High
Excellent weather, busy & pricier
Feb
✅ Dry, warm
Mid
Mid
Great weather, calming down from peak
Mar
✅ Dry, hot
Mid
Mid
Good value, hotter days
Apr
✅ Hot, dry (Songkran)
Mid
Mid
Thai New Year, festive but hot
May
Rain increasing
Low
Low
Good value, monsoon starting
Jun
Monsoon, rougher seas
Low
Low
Cheap, but sea conditions choppier
Jul
Monsoon
Low
Low
Some island tours may be cancelled
Aug
Monsoon
Low
Low
Similar to July
Sep
Wettest month
Low
Low
Cheapest, but heaviest rain
Oct
Rain tapering
Low
Low
Good value, improving weather
Nov
✅ Drying out
Mid
Mid
Good value, returning dry season
Dec
✅ Dry, warm · peak season
High
High
Excellent weather, Christmas/NY crowds
Best time for Indian travellers on a budget: November and February offer great weather with moderate prices, just outside the December-January peak. Avoid September if you want to minimise rain and rough seas for island tours.
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Book Phuket Hotels
Compare prices across booking platforms. Booking.com has the widest Phuket selection with flexible cancellation; Agoda tends to have especially strong Southeast Asia rates.
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BEST FOR PHUKET DEALS
Booking.com
Wide Phuket selection. Free cancellation on most. Genius loyalty discounts. Best for Karon and Kata hotels.
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Travel Insurance for Phuket
Thailand's visa-free entry does not require travel insurance. But it's still worth having — scooter accidents are the most common cause of tourist medical claims in Phuket, and treatment costs can add up quickly without cover.
ℹ️ Good to know: If planning to rent a scooter, confirm your policy covers motorbike/scooter accidents specifically — some standard policies exclude this unless you hold a valid motorcycle licence and wear a helmet.
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POPULAR FOR INDIA
Bajaj Allianz
Popular travel insurance for Indian travellers visiting Thailand. $50,000+ medical cover, trip cancellation, baggage loss.
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eSIM & Connectivity in Phuket
Phuket's connectivity is cheap and easy to arrange — both eSIMs and physical SIMs work well, with strong coverage across all the main beaches and islands.
Option
Data
Cost (₹)
Best for
Airalo eSIM (Thailand)
5 GB / 7 days
₹550–₹900
Solo/couple travellers
Phuket Airport SIM counter
Unlimited data plans
₹500–₹900
Easy, walk-up option on arrival
Local SIM (AIS/dtac/True)
Unlimited / 8 days
₹600–₹1,000
Longer stays, strongest network
Your Indian roaming pack
Varies
₹1,200–₹2,500
Last resort only
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INSTANT ACTIVATION
Airalo eSIM
Buy and install before you fly. Works on all eSIM-compatible phones (iPhone XS+, most Android 2020+). No physical SIM swap needed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a 7-night Phuket trip cost from India per person?
Using our calculator (same as the Factvisit Trip Budget Planner), a 7-night trip from Delhi/Mumbai for 2 people costs approximately ₹42,000/person (budget), ₹56,000/person (mid-range), or ₹80,000/person (comfortable). This includes return flights, accommodation, food, transport and activities — no visa cost, since Thailand is visa-free for Indians.
Is Phuket expensive for Indian travellers?
No — Phuket is one of the more affordable international beach destinations for Indians, with cheap street food, budget guesthouses, and direct flights from most major Indian cities.
Do Indians need a visa for Phuket?
No — Thailand offers visa-free entry for Indian passport holders for stays up to 60 days, with no advance application or fee required.
What is the best time to visit Phuket from India?
November through April offers the driest, most pleasant weather with calm seas for island tours. December and January are peak season with the highest prices; November and February offer similarly good weather at better value.
Which airport do flights from India land at?
All direct flights land at Phuket International Airport (IATA: HKT). It's about 30-45 minutes by taxi to Patong, Karon or Kata, and closer to Kamala and Surin.
Can I find vegetarian food in Phuket?
Yes, easily. Most Thai restaurants offer vegetarian versions of popular dishes (pad thai, fried rice, curries), and dedicated Indian restaurants are common in Patong and Karon.
How much spending money do I need per day in Phuket?
Our calculator uses: Budget USD 45/day (~₹3,800), Mid-range USD 75/day (~₹6,340), Comfortable USD 130/day (~₹10,985), Luxury USD 240/day (~₹20,280) per person. This includes all ground expenses — food, local transport, accommodation, and activities.