Travelling from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Phuket International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 8 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is four hours ahead of Phuket.
Each week, there are 22 Phuket International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off early, pick the 21:45 Jetstar flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 22:40 with Jetstar.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your HKT to MEL flight.
During popular months like February, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Jetstar offers direct flights from Phuket International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Melbourne — and maybe even more of Australia if time allows.
Jetstar tops the list for bookings on this route.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for HKT to MEL flights is Jetstar.
If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Phuket International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between HKT and MEL:
Changi International Airport
Perth Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Phuket International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight is RM669. A return ticket right now is RM1,524. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from HKT to MEL, reserve your journey seven months ahead of your departure date.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Phuket International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from HKT to MEL is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Phuket International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Phuket International Airport (HKT)
When it comes to Phuket International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 65.93% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Phuket to Phuket International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Have an early flight from Phuket International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to HKT:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Phuket International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and experience more of Melbourne and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to the centre of Melbourne has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Phuket International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Melbourne based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Phuket International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from HKT to MEL in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Australia you should also see. About 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a visit to Canberra will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Australia, head for Geelong, roughly 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre are among its highlights.