Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Surat Thani Airport (URT): what you need to know
Give yourself enough time to make your MEL to URT flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like January? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Surat Thani Airport (URT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Surat Thani Airport flight is R 5,140. A return fare right now is R 11,742. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from MEL to URT. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Surat Thani Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, 67.71% of flights complete their journey on time.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Surat Thani Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near MEL:
Arriving at Surat Thani Airport (URT)
If you're getting in on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Surat Thani Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near URT:
Pick up a Surat Thani Airport rental car and explore Surat Thani and beyond with your own wheels. Drive Car Hire, Hertz and Thrifty are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Surat Thani Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Surat Thani Airport (URT) to central Surat Thani
Surat Thani Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from central Surat Thani. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 3 hours 55 minutes.
When to fly to Surat Thani Airport (URT)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Surat Thani Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Surat Thani. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Surat Thani Airport for April if you'd like to visit Surat Thani during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEL to URT in January. Temperatures average between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Thailand
You've seen Surat Thani, now it's time to explore more of Thailand. Journey around 483 kilometres north to Si Racha to check off its leading attractions. From Public park, Si Racha Subdistrict Municipality to Ko Loi Clock Tower and Marina Bayfront Sriracha, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 105 kilometres south-east of Surat Thani, Nakhon Si Thammarat is another favourite stop in Thailand. No visit is complete without checking out Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well.
