The difference at a glance
| City | Winter | Summer | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paris | +6 h | +5 h | European winter time until 28 March 2027 |
| London | +7 h | +6 h | Same clock change as Europe |
| New York | +12 h | +11 h | US summer time from 14 March 2027 |
| Dubai | +3 h | +3 h | No daylight saving at either end |
Example: when it is noon in Paris in January, it is 6 p.m. in Phuket.
Beating the jet lag
- Travelling east is harder: go to bed a little earlier in the days before leaving.
- On arrival, get outside in the morning light and avoid a long late-afternoon nap.
- Drink water on the flight and go easy on alcohol.
- Set your watch to Phuket time when you board. For the flight itself, see flights to Phuket.
First day in Phuket
Plan a light day: arrival, hotel, lunch, then a short walk in the Kata and Karon area or at Wat Chalong the next morning. A first night in Phuket Town is handy for shifting your rhythm: compare hotels on Booking.com Phuket Town. To choose the month, see the best time to visit Phuket.
FAQ
What time zone is Phuket in? UTC+7, Indochina Time, all year.
What is the difference with Paris? 6 hours in winter, 5 hours in summer.
Does Thailand change its clocks? No, it stays on UTC+7.
What time is it in Phuket when it is noon in London? 7 p.m. in winter, 6 p.m. in summer.
La rédaction Phuket Authority, October 2026.
