According to gazeta.uz and spot.uz, September 2026. The rules may be clarified.
The largest island: lots of beaches and trips to Phi Phi and Phang Nga Bay. There's a direct flight from Tashkent.
A resort city near Bangkok: shows, nightlife and islands for beach days.
A calm island in the Gulf of Thailand with palm trees and hotels for couples. The season differs a little from Phuket.
Cliffs over the sea, Railay Beach and islands. Quieter than Phuket.
Long empty beaches north of Phuket and trips to the Similan Islands.
Temples, markets and street food. Usually 2–3 days at the start or end of the trip.
It's warm all year, but rain decides the weather. Phuket and Pattaya have a dry season from November to April, while Samui gets most rain in October – December. Average values for Phuket, for reference only.
| Measure | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daytime air, °C | 32 | 33 | 34 | 34 | 32 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 30 | 31 | 31 | 31 |
| Water, °C | 28 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 |
| Season | What to expect |
|---|---|
| November – April | Dry season: sunshine and a calm sea. Demand peaks at New Year. |
| May – October | Rainy season: short downpours and waves on Phuket. Hotels are noticeably cheaper. |
| Koh Samui | Best from January to August; rain in October – December. |
| Topic | In short | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Visa | Required in advance from 15 September 2026 | Via thaievisa.go.th |
| Flight from Tashkent | Phuket: about 6 h 20 min | Flights to Thailand › |
| Time difference | Thailand is 2 hours ahead | |
| Currency | Thai baht (THB) | It's easy to exchange US dollars at exchange offices |
| Mobile data | ioka eSIM for Thailand | Get an eSIM › |
| Excursions | Phi Phi, Phang Nga, Similan Islands |
Thailand is a popular winter destination: when it's cold in Tashkent, Phuket is +32 °C with a +28 °C sea. Expect white-sand islands, boat trips and one of Asia's best cuisines.
From 15 September 2026 citizens of Uzbekistan need a Thai visa obtained in advance, so it's best to book tours 2–3 weeks before departure. Prices are in UZS for two and include flights, accommodation, meals on the chosen plan and transfers. You can pay with Uzcard, Humo, Visa or Mastercard.