Travelling from Melbourne to Surat Thani Airport (URT): What you need to know
The timezone in Surat Thani is UTC+7, which is four hours behind Melbourne. Surat Thani Airport is located in Surat Thani.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Melbourne to URT. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like December, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during high season in general.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
MEL is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne to Surat Thani Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, 68% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can get to AVV from the centre of Melbourne in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Melbourne to URT flight is far easier when you stay near Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will put you just a short drive away.
Avalon Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 80% of flights out of here arrive right when they're supposed to.
About Surat Thani Airport (URT)
If you have a late flight from Melbourne to Surat Thani Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near URT:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Surat Thani Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Drive Car Hire, Hertz or Thrifty to explore Surat Thani and beyond.
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Melbourne to Surat Thani Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Surat Thani Airport (URT) to central Surat Thani
From Surat Thani Airport, central Surat Thani is around 31 kilometres away. It takes about 35 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Surat Thani Airport (URT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Surat Thani Airport is ر.ق. 1,010. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 2,730. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Melbourne to URT if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Melbourne to Surat Thani Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Surat Thani Airport (URT)
December is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Surat Thani Airport (URT). Plan your visit to Surat Thani in May for a more low-key escape.
Book a Melbourne to URT plane ticket departing in April if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Surat Thani to range from 23ºC to 35ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 20ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Surat Thani Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Surat Thani
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Surat Thani right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Surat Thani Airport:
Your Surat Thani visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Attractions you won't want to miss include Masjid Jamek, Wat Tha Sai and Wat Nikon Prasart.
Explore more of Thailand
You've visited Surat Thani, now it's time to discover other corners of Thailand. Journey about 121 kilometres southeast to Nakhon Si Thammarat to tick off its top sights. From Wat Phra Phrom to Wat Pho Sadet and Wat Yai Chai Mongkol, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Thailand, consider Phuket, about 161 kilometres southwest of Surat Thani. V.MarineTour- Phi Phi Islands Day Trip - Private Boat Charters, Sunrise Beach and Paradise Beach are key reasons to visit.
