Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Surat Gujarat Airport (STV): what you need to know
Surat is five hours 30 minutes behind Melbourne and follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MEL to STV flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like January, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Surat Gujarat Airport. Many passengers pass through Indira Gandhi International Airport when flying between MEL and STV.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Surat Gujarat Airport (STV)
At the moment, RM1,120 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Surat Gujarat Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM2,162. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MEL to STV if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Surat Gujarat Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from MEL to STV by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Surat Gujarat Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, data shows 67.71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near MEL? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Surat Gujarat Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Surat Gujarat Airport (STV)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Surat Gujarat Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near STV instead:
Getting from Surat Gujarat Airport (STV) to central Surat
Surat Gujarat Airport to the centre of Surat has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Surat Gujarat Airport (STV)
August is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Surat Gujarat Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Surat in April.
Book your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Surat Gujarat Airport for April if you want to visit Surat during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MEL to STV in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
You've seen Surat, now it's time to discover other corners of India. Travel about 241 kilometres south to Mumbai to tick off its must-visit sights. From Gateway of India to Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and Marine Drive, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Ahmedabad is another standout destination in India and is around 209 kilometres north of Surat. No journey is complete without experiencing Sabarmati Ashram / Mahatma Gandhi's Home, Kankaria Lake and Sidi Saiyyed's Mosque.