Flying from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Melbourne: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Phuket International Airport to Melbourne is 8 hours 42 minutes.
Phuket International Airport is located in Phuket. Operating on the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is 4 hours ahead of Phuket.
With 22 flights a week between the two airports, Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the most popular route. Jetstar operates the earliest flight at 21:45. If you're eager to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest departure from HKT to MEL is with Jetstar at 22:40.
To ensure you catch your flight from HKT to Melbourne, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can reserve a direct flight from Phuket International Airport to Melbourne. Begin your journey at HKT and land at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Keep an eye out for offers from Jetstar. This airline has direct flights from Phuket International Airport to Melbourne.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from HKT to Melbourne. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
Perth Airport (PER)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
You will need an e-visa for Australia if you hold a passport from Thailand and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Phuket International Airport to Melbourne, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most recent updates.
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Phuket, HKT can be reached in approximately 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel close to HKT? If you're boarding an early flight from Phuket International Airport to Melbourne, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Melbourne
$239 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Phuket International Airport to Melbourne. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $462. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from HKT to Melbourne, reserve your trip 10 months before your departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Phuket International Airport to Melbourne is June. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 28 minutes.
It'll take around 42 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Phuket International Airport to Melbourne. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. Once you've hopped off your flight from Phuket International Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 51 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take about 2 hours and 4 minutes.
Little River Bed and Breakfast is a comfortable accommodation option within a short drive of AVV. Drop your bags here after your flight from HKT to Melbourne and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign to get some rest.
Best time to go to Melbourne
July is the most popular month for flights from Phuket International Airport to Melbourne. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Melbourne in April when it's quieter.
Lock in your flight from Phuket International Airport to Melbourne for January to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 29ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap flights from HKT to Melbourne sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Phuket International Airport to Melbourne, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Melbourne itinerary.
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