Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA): what you need to know
Kuantan's timezone is UTC+8, making Kuantan three hours behind Melbourne.
Leave plenty of time to make your MEL to KUA flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like January, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Opt for a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is a top stopover on the MEL to KUA route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA)
Right now, R 3,346 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 13,144. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from MEL to KUA, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it takes around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near MEL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA)
Consider booking a hotel close to KUA if you're taking a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Merge Car Hire or Hawk and experience the lesser-explored corners of Kuantan and beyond.
Increase your chances of snagging a great deal by booking as early as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport at least a few weeks in advance is a wise move.
Getting from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA) to central Kuantan
Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Kuantan. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 40 minutes.
When to fly to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport is April, while September is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Kuantan based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Kuantan is May, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
February sees average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MEL to KUA sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuantan is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia waiting to be explored. Around 290 kilometres north-west of Kuantan, a visit to Kota Bharu will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Around 193 kilometres west of Kuantan, Kuala Lumpur is another essential stop in Malaysia. Experience major highlights starting with Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park.
