Thailand’s dependence and economic boom on its tourism has made the Phuket International Airport the next biggest airport after Bangkok’s Airport situated in the country’s capital. Low-cost and first class airlines serve destinations as far as Germany, then to other Asian countries like Japan and Korea, and as near as within the boundaries of Thailand.

Located at the northern part of Phuket island, the Phuket International Airport, with an IATA code of HKT, has two serving terminals. One terminal is reserved for international flights while the other terminal is used for local flights. Both terminals have convenient access to budget car rental desks, currency exchange, and a post office.

The Phuket International Airport has 6 baggage conveyors in all, 3 for each terminal. The airport also offers lost baggage claim and medical services, not to mention the restaurants and duty-free stores. Budget car rental desks are also available and most recommended by any travel guide for safety and fairness in pricing.

Cheap car hire at Phuket Airport is served by reliable international and local brands. Only Avis is located inside the airport but other brands such as Sixt, Hertz, and National are only located across the road from the airport. Local brands include Braun, Pure, Via, and Sutin car rental companies.

Phuket has amenities or venues for every imaginable activity on the island. Aside from the usual swimming and water sports, tourists can go horseback riding, trekking, golfing and even do yoga. Other must-visits are the Buddha monuments and spas. All of these are very accessible through the car hire at Phuket Airport.