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Parking at Phuket Airport

Phuket Airport has short-term and daily car parks right by the terminals, with the first 15 minutes free and a daily cap of ฿200. Here are the tariffs in baht, plus tips to save if you are leaving a car for longer.

AoT

Official airport car parks

Phuket Airport is operated by Airports of Thailand (AoT), which runs the car parks beside the international and domestic terminals. A short-stay area handles drop-offs and pick-ups, while covered and open lots cover longer stays. Tariffs are indicative and may change; check the airport for current values.

AreaUseTariffNote
Kiss & dropDrop off or pick upfirst 15 min freeIn front of the terminals
Short-termBy the hour฿20-25 / hourNext to the terminals
Daily7-24 hours฿200 / day capCovered and open lots
Tip: at only ฿200 a day, Phuket's airport parking is cheap by international standards, but if you will not use the car in town it is often simpler to rent on arrival and skip parking entirely.

Tips for parking at Phuket Airport

  • Use the free 15-minute kiss-and-drop zone for quick pick-ups.
  • Keep your ticket safe; you pay on exit, by cash or card.
  • The daily cap of ฿200 makes multi-day parking predictable.
  • In high season the lots fill up, so allow extra time on busy days.

Do you actually need to park?

Most visitors to Phuket arrive by plane rather than drive to the airport, so parking mainly matters for residents and those dropping off friends. If you are collecting an arriving passenger, the free 15-minute zone usually covers it; for a longer wait, the hourly lot is inexpensive.

If you are flying in and want a car for your stay, skip parking questions altogether: a taxi or transfer handles the arrival, or pick up a rental car at the terminal and hand it back on departure.

Questions about Phuket Airport parking

How much is parking at Phuket Airport?

Phuket Airport charges about ฿20 to ฿25 per hour for short-term parking, capped at ฿200 for 24 hours. The first 15 minutes are free for drop-offs and pick-ups. Rates are indicative and set by Airports of Thailand.

Is drop-off free at Phuket Airport?

Yes, the kiss-and-drop area in front of the terminals gives 15 free minutes to set down or collect a passenger. Stay longer and you move to the hourly tariff, so it is best kept for quick stops.

Is the parking secure?

The official AoT car parks at Phuket Airport are fenced and monitored, with covered and open sections. As anywhere, do not leave valuables visible in the car, especially over a long stay.

Can I leave a car for a week?

Yes. With a daily cap of about ฿200, a week's parking at Phuket Airport is affordable and predictable. Take a photo of your bay and keep the ticket, and allow extra time to find a space in high season.