Qatar Airways Resumes Phuket Flights Onboard the Modern and Sustainable Boeing 787 Dreamliner
Saturday 5th of June 2021
The news of the famed destination of Phuket in Thailand finally opening its borders to international travel has caught the air as travel-hungry holidaymakers from around the world look for yet another getaway destination for their post-pandemic travels. Qatar Airways has announced the resumption flights to Phuket starting July 1, 2021.
As Thailand rebounds to leisure travel, Qatar will be adding four weekly flights to Phuket to its already expansive 12 weekly flights to Bangkok, making it a total of 16 flights to Thailand. Passengers from across Europe, the Middle East, and United States can enjoy seamless connectivity to one of the key central travel hubs in Asia. The route will be served by the airline’s modern and sustainable Boeing 787 Dreamliner with seating for 22 passengers in Business Class and 232 in Economy Class.
According to the new guidelines by Thailand, fully vaccinated travellers will soon be able to visit once again whilst also enjoying the award-winning hospitality and service available on Qatar Airways and at its hub, Hamad International Airport, the first and only 5-Star COVID-19 Safety Rated Airport in the Middle East.
Phuket schedule starting 1 July will be as follows:
Doha (DOH) to Phuket (HKT) QR 840 departs 02:55 arrives 13:30 (Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
Phuket (HKT) to Doha (DOH) QR 841 departs 02:30 arrives 05:30 (Monday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday)
Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, His Excellency Mr Akbar Al Baker commented on the announcement and said, “With the resumption of flights to Phuket, Qatar Airways marks a significant milestone in the recovery of international tourism. We know many of our customers are eager to get back flying and return to some of their favourite holiday destinations, such as Phuket. Famed for its many exotic beaches, family friendly atmosphere, turquoise waters and delicious local cuisine, Phuket is an ideal destination for a summer getaway.”
Qatar Airways looks forward to contributing to rebuilding Thailand’s tourism and passengers can be assured of the highest possible level of health and safety standards that safeguard the wellbeing of its passengers both on the ground and in the air.