Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
A direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Phuket International Airport takes on average 8 hours 42 minutes. The timezone in Phuket is UTC+7, making it 4 hours behind Melbourne.
Every week, there are 8 flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Phuket International Airport. If you want to jet off early, go for the 14:50 Jetstar flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight from MEL to HKT is 22:40 with Jetstar.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetstar is your gateway to discovering Phuket (and maybe even some other great parts of Thailand!). Choose from the direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Phuket International Airport offered by this popular airline.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Phuket International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a city that appeals to you. The most popular stopovers on the MEL - HKT route include:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Changi International Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Before reserving your cheap ticket from MEL to HKT, check whether you need a visa to enter Thailand. Visa and travel document requirements can vary and are updated frequently. For the latest information, get in touch with the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're flying to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Phuket International Airport is 105 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 253 €. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Book 8 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MEL to HKT.
The cheapest month for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Phuket International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Play around with filters to find the ideal journey for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Phuket International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The journey from central Melbourne to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport takes around 42 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 28 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Taking an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Phuket International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to MEL:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Phuket International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HKT instead:
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Phuket. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 50 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour and 20 minutes.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Phuket International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Phuket. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Phuket International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Phuket, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MEL to HKT in January. Average temperatures are between 24ºC and 30ºC then.
More about Phuket
Start your Phuket trip right by finding a fantastic stay. After booking your flight from MEL to HKT, browse our selection of hotel options including:
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Complete your Phuket trip with hotels and a car rental
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