🇹🇭 Thailand
Phuket International Airport to Kata Beach
Transport guide to 55 hotels in Kata Beach
40-45
km
50-65
minutes
฿900
from (taxi)
Transport Options to Kata Beach
Recommended
Taxi (Metered)
฿900-1,100
per trip
Metered taxi direct to Kata Beach hotels
View operators & tips
| Operator | Info | Contact |
|---|---|---|
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EVme VIP Taxi
Metered EV Taxi
Metered: ฿150 first 2km + ฿100 airport surcharge
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📍 Domestic Terminal, Domestic, Floor 1, Arrival
🕐 24 Hours
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📞 🌐 |
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Minibus-Taxi
Official Taxi
Fixed price: Phuket Town ฿650, Patong ฿800, Kata ฿1,000, Rawai ฿900
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📍 Entrance 1, Main Terminal, Floor 1, Arrival
🕐 06:00 - 00:00
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📞 🌐 |
💡 Tips:
- Official AOT counter at Entrance 1, Arrivals Floor 1
- EVme: Metered ฿150/2km + ฿100 airport fee
- Get receipt for complaints - Call Center 1722
Grab / Bolt
฿750-950
per trip
Book via app to Kata Beach
View operators & tips
| Operator | Info | Contact |
|---|---|---|
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Grab
Ride-hailing App
Official AOT pickup point, upfront pricing
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📍 Entrance 1, Main Terminal, Floor 1, Arrival
🕐 06:00 - 00:00
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🌐 📱 Grab |
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CABB
Ride-hailing App
Alternative ride-hailing app
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📍 Entrance 1, Main Terminal, Floor 1, Arrival
🕐 06:00 - 00:00
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📞 🌐 📱 CABB |
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Bolt
Ride-hailing App
Often cheaper than Grab
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📍 Entrance 1, Main Terminal, Floor 1
🕐 24 Hours
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🌐 📱 Bolt |
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inDrive
Ride-hailing App
Negotiate your own price
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📍 Entrance 1, Main Terminal, Floor 1
🕐 24 Hours
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🌐 📱 inDrive |
💡 Tips:
- Official pickup at Entrance 1, Main Terminal Floor 1
- Download app before arrival
- Wait times can be 10-15 mins during peak
Airport Minibus
฿200-250
per person
Shared minibus to Kata Beach area
View operators & tips
| Operator | Info | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Best Sea Andaman |
฿900
Van 8pax
|
Book |
| Phuket Bus Express |
฿150
Standard AC
|
Book |
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P.M.K. Taxi Minibus
Shared Transfer
Shared minibus: Town ฿150, Patong ฿180, Kata/Rawai ฿200
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📍 Entrance 1, Domestic, Floor 1, Arrival
🕐 06:00 - 00:00
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📞 |
💡 Tips:
- Official AOT minibus at Entrance 1, Domestic Terminal
- Fixed prices: Town ฿150, Patong ฿180, Kata/Rawai ฿200
- May wait 30-60 mins for enough passengers
Airport Bus (Smart Bus)
฿100
per person
Smart Bus to Kata Beach
View operators & tips
| Operator | Info | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Phuket Bus and Van Travel |
฿205-260
Bus, Bus + Van
|
Book |
| Phuket Smart Bus |
฿6
Standard AC
|
Book |
| Airport Bus Airport Shuttle |
📍 Entrance 3, Domestic, Floor 3
🕐 08:00 - 21:00
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| Smart Bus Airport Express |
📍 Entrance 3, Domestic, Floor 3
🕐 08:15 - 23:30
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🌐 |
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Phuket Smart Bus
Airport Express
฿100 flat fare to any stop, A/C, WiFi, luggage storage
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📍 Exit 3, Main Terminal, Floor 1
🕐 08:15 - 23:30
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📞 🌐 |
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Airport Bus FL.1
Airport Shuttle
฿100 flat fare
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📍 Exit 3, Main Terminal, Floor 1
🕐 08:00 - 21:00
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📞 |
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Airport Bus express
Airport Shuttle
฿50 to Phuket Town
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📍 Exit 3, Domestic, Floor 1, Arrival
🕐 07:45 - 21:00
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📞 |
💡 Tips:
- Phuket Smart Bus departs every hour from 08:15 - 23:30
- Pickup at Exit 3, Main Terminal Floor 1
- Pay cash, QR code, or Rabbit Card
Private Transfer
฿1,300-1,600
per trip
Pre-booked transfer to Kata Beach
View operators & tips
| Operator | Info | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Kanokwan Travel |
฿1,150-2,070
Comfort 3pax, Economy 3pax +2
|
Book |
| Thailand Limo by Datum |
฿1,150-1,380
Comfort 3pax, SUV 4pax +1
|
Book |
| BangkokTaxi24 |
฿863-8,050
Comfort 3pax, Economy 2pax +5
|
Book |
| Phuket Orchid Tour |
฿990-1,100
Economy 3pax, Van 10pax
|
Book |
| Happy EV Taxi |
฿460-1,760
EV 6pax, EV Class 3pax
|
Book |
| NNS Luxury Limousine |
฿1,035-1,323
SUV 4pax
|
Book |
| Call Me Taxi Thailand |
฿805-1,323
Comfort 3pax, Van 9pax
|
Book |
| Torch |
฿943-1,139
Economy 3pax, SUV 4pax +1
|
Book |
+ 9 more operators
💡 Tips:
- PBC counters at both International and Domestic arrivals
- Book at least 24 hours in advance for private operators
- Driver will wait with your name sign
* Prices and schedules are subject to change by operators. Please verify directly before booking.
Hotels in Kata Beach (55)
Beyond Karon
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Karona Resort & Spa
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Peach Hill Resort
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Orchidacea Resort - Kata Beach
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Andaman Cannacia Resort & Spa
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Andaman Seaview Hotel Karon Beach
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Beyond Kata
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Katathani Phuket Beach Resort
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The Boathouse Phuket
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Chanalai Flora Resort, Kata Beach
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Chanalai Garden Resort, Kata Beach
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Diamond Cottage Resort & Spa
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All Hotels in Kata Beach
Centara Kata Resort
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Sawasdee Village Resort & Spa
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Phuket Island View Resort
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Kata Poolside Resort
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Sugar Marina Hotel - FASHION - Kata Beach
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Horizon Karon Beach Resort & Spa
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Malisa Villa Suites
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Baan Karon Resort
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CC’s Hideaway Hotel
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BLU PINE Villa & Pool Access
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Peach Blossom Resort and Pool Villa
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The Beach Boutique House Hotel
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Sugar Palm Grand Hillside Hotel
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Chanalai Romantica Resort - Adults Only
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Metadee Concept Hotel
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Novotel Phuket Kata Avista Resort and Spa
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Kata Sea Breeze Resort
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Ibis Phuket Kata
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Outdoor Inn Kata Hotel
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Kata Beach Studio
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Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Phuket International Airport from Kata Beach?
Kata Beach is approximately 40-45 km from Phuket International Airport. The journey takes about 50-65 minutes by taxi or private car in normal traffic.
What is the cheapest way to get to Kata Beach?
The cheapest option is the Phuket Smart Bus at ฿100-100 per person. Shared minibus costs ฿200-250 per person and is more direct.
How much is a taxi from Phuket International Airport to Kata Beach?
Official metered taxis cost ฿900-1,100 (including ฿100 airport surcharge). Find the AOT taxi counter at Entrance 1, Arrivals Floor 1.
How many hotels are in Kata Beach?
We have transport information for 55 hotels in Kata Beach. Select your specific hotel above for detailed directions and tips.