Escape the traffic on the ground and look down on Phuket from the sky. From Laguna Marina to the limestone peaks of Phang Nga Bay and the emerald waters of Maya Bay, Silk Sky flies 7 routes. Flights range from 15 to 50 minutes.
Per-seat booking requires at least 3 guests. If you are 1–2 guests, please book the charter below (one flight · up to 6 guests).
The price is the same for card and bank transfer.
Larger groups save with a private charter
A charter costs the same for up to 6 passengers, so the per-person price drops as your group grows. The table shows from how many passengers a charter is cheaper on each route.
| Route | Per seat | Charter (up to 6) | Charter is cheaper from | Savings with 6 guests |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laguna & East Coast Marinas (15 min) | ฿9,900 | ฿39,600 | 5+ | ฿19,800 |
| Big Buddha Scenic Tour (25 min) | ฿15,900 | ฿63,600 | 5+ | ฿31,800 |
| West Coast & Promthep Cape (30 min) | ฿18,900 | ฿75,600 | 5+ | ฿37,800 |
| Samet Nangshe Viewpoint (30 min) | ฿18,900 | ฿75,600 | 5+ | ฿37,800 |
| Round Phuket (40 min) | ฿25,900 | ฿103,600 | 5+ | ฿51,800 |
| Phang Nga Bay (40 min) | ฿25,900 | ฿103,600 | 5+ | ฿51,800 |
| Maya Bay Discovery (50 min) | ฿31,900 | ฿127,600 | 5+ | ฿63,800 |
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Route Information
Laguna & East Coast Marinas · 15 min
Departing from the helipad, you fly over the island's inland hills and villages toward Cape Yamu in the east. Over the east-coast marinas, calm bays dotted with yachts, mangrove forests and turquoise water spread out below. On the way back you pass over Bang Tao Beach, the Laguna resort area and the long sands of Layan Beach. As the shortest route, it is an easy choice for a first flight.
Big Buddha Scenic Tour · 25 min Popular
Climbing along the green ridge, the Big Buddha comes into full view. From the sky, the statue's size and serenity feel even more vivid. You then follow the west coast back over the white sands of Patong, Surin, Bang Tao and Nai Thon beaches.
West Coast & Promthep Cape · 30 min
You cross the countryside of the island's interior to Promthep Cape at the southern tip, then head north along the southwest coast. Passing Nai Harn, Freedom Beach, Kata and Karon, you circle the Big Buddha and continue to Patong, Kamala, Bang Tao and Nai Thon. Showing Phuket's best-known beaches in one flight, it is a great route for photos.
Samet Nangshe Viewpoint · 30 min
Heading north from the helipad, you cross mangrove forests and waterways to the mainland, where green hills and rubber plantations spread out below. Approaching Samet Nangshe Viewpoint, the limestone islands of Phang Nga Bay rise all around. On the way back you fly over Sarasin Bridge, which links Phuket to the mainland, looking down on fishing boats, sandbars and shallow turquoise water.
Round Phuket · 40 min
This route circles the whole of Phuket. Along the east coast you pass Cape Yamu, Phuket Town and Chalong Bay to reach Promthep Cape at the southern tip. You then fly north along the west coast, taking in Nai Harn, Kata, Karon, Patong, Surin, Bang Tao and Nai Thon beaches in turn. Whether it is your first visit or you have stayed for a while, it shows you the entire island at a glance.
Phang Nga Bay · 40 min Popular
Departing from the north of Phuket, you fly into Phang Nga Bay. Among limestone peaks rising from emerald water, you pass Samet Nangshe Viewpoint and fly on to the Koh Panyee floating village and James Bond Island. On the way back you look down on Hong Island (Phang Nga) and its lagoon. A trip that takes a full day by boat, in 40 minutes.
Maya Bay Discovery · 50 min Popular
Fly into the heart of the Phi Phi Islands and look down on Maya Bay, the setting of the film “The Beach”. White sand, turquoise water and sheer limestone cliffs fill a single frame. You also see Tonsai Bay and Loh Dalum Bay, the twin bays of Phi Phi Don. The longest route at 50 minutes, it lets you enjoy the view quietly, away from crowded beaches.
※ Route maps are for reference only. Flight paths may change depending on weather, air traffic and other operating conditions.
Airbus EC-130 T2
This is a 6-seater single-engine helicopter featuring panoramic windows that provide an unobstructed view from any seat. Noise-reducing BOSE headsets allow passengers to converse with their companions throughout the flight, and it is equipped with emergency flotation devices for maritime flight. It has a range of 540 km and a cruising speed of 128 knots.
Meeting place
Advance Aviation Helipad (177/27 Moo 4, Srisoonthorn Rd, Thalang, Phuket 83110). Pickup is not included. If you require a vehicle, please let us know after booking.
Check before boarding
- Helicopters have a maximum payload limit, so we may request passenger weight information when making a reservation.
- Boarding may be restricted for individuals with heart conditions, pregnancy, or limited mobility. Please inform us in advance before making a reservation.
- Flights may be canceled or routes adjusted due to weather or air traffic conditions or safety reasons. In the event of a weather-related cancellation, the schedule will be changed or a full refund will be provided.
- Please arrive at the helipad 30 minutes before boarding time. You must bring identification (passport).
