Koh Phi Phi, an island without an airport or bridge
Koh Phi Phi can only be reached by boat. There is no airport on the island, nor a bridge from the mainland. Two main gateways: Phuket and Krabi, each connected to Koh Phi Phi by ferry and speedboat. The nearest airport is Krabi (KBV); Phuket (HKT) is a little further away but has more international flights.
Here are the 8 routes we operate, from the simplest to the longest.
All routes to Koh Phi Phi (2026)
| Departure | Best fashion | Duration | Indicative price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phuket | Ferry / speedboat | 2h20 / approximately 1h | 750 – 1,000 THB | Phuket road to Koh Phi Phi |
| Krabi (town / Ao Nang) | Ferry / speedboat | 2h20 / approximately 1h | 900 – 1,050 THB | Krabi road to Koh Phi Phi |
| Krabi Airport (KBV) | Shuttle + boat | 3h – 4h30 | 900 – 1,700 THB | Route Krabi Airport to Koh Phi Phi |
| Phuket Airport (HKT) | Shuttle + boat | 4 a.m. – 5:30 a.m. | 1,200 – 2,200 THB | Route Phuket Airport to Koh Phi Phi |
| Bangkok | Flight + boat transfer | 5:30 a.m. – 8 a.m. | 2,500 – 6,500 THB | Road Bangkok to Koh Phi Phi |
| Don Mueang Airport (DMK) | Flight + boat transfer | 5:30 a.m. – 7:30 a.m. | 2,200 – 5,500 THB | Don Mueang route to Koh Phi Phi |
| Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) | Flight + boat transfer | 5:30 a.m. – 7:30 a.m. | 2,500 – 6,500 THB | Route Suvarnabhumi to Koh Phi Phi |
| Koh Lanta | Ferry / speedboat | 1h20 / approximately 50 mins | 450 – 1,300 THB | Route Koh Lanta to Koh Phi Phi |
Prices are indicative, per person (2026), and vary depending on the operator, the season and the inclusion or not of the hotel transfer. We always confirm the exact time and price before booking.
From Phuket or Krabi: ferry or speedboat?
From Phuket (Rassada pontoon) as from Krabi (Klong Jilad pontoon), you have the choice:
- Ferry (about 2h20), large, stable boat, cheaper (from 750 THB from Phuket, 900 THB from Krabi), several departures per day. The best choice with luggage or by rough seas (October-April, Andaman swell).
- Speedboat (about 1 hour), faster, more expensive (from 1,000 THB from Phuket, 1,050 THB from Krabi), shakelier. Ideal if you are in a hurry and the sea is calm.
Krabi is generally a little less busy than Phuket initially, and its airport (KBV) is closest to the pontoon; to choose your base, see Phi Phi vs Krabi vs Phuket.
From Bangkok
No direct connection Bangkok to Koh Phi Phi: you must transit through Phuket or Krabi.
- Fastest: flight from Suvarnabhumi (BKK) or Don Mueang (DMK) to Krabi or Phuket (1h25), then shuttle to the pontoon and boat. Allow 5.5 to 8 hours door to door.
- The most economical: night bus Bangkok to Krabi (around 12 hours) then ferry. Long but cheap.
DMK is the low-cost hub (AirAsia, Nok, Thai Lion) and often the cheapest combo.
The last boat, and how not to miss it
The last departure to Koh Phi Phi is around 3:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m. depending on the port and the season. If you are arriving from a flight the same day:
- Aim for a flight that lands before noon in Krabi or Phuket.
- Keep 3 to 4 hours of margin between landing and the last boat (shuttle + check-in at the pontoon).
- In case of late arrival, it is better to sleep one night in Krabi or Phuket and board the next morning.
We organize your arrival
You don't know which route to choose depending on your flight and your dates? Write to us on WhatsApp: we'll give you the right boat, the right time and the transfer from the airport, and we'll confirm the exact price.
