Flying from Melbourne to U-Tapao Rayong-Pattaya International Airport (UTP): What you need to know
U-Tapao Rayong-Pattaya International Airport is located in Rayong. The city is in the UTC+7 timezone and is four hours behind Melbourne.
Your flight from Melbourne to UTP won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like December. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Melbourne to UTP even cheaper with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to explore stopover cities along the route. Dubai International Airport (DXB) is an option when departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Melbourne to U-Tapao Rayong-Pattaya International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 68% arrive on time at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
On public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not book another night away at a hotel near Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to UTP flight, make yourself comfortable at Corio Bay Motel.
Avalon Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 80% of flights taking off from here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
About U-Tapao Rayong-Pattaya International Airport (UTP)
Consider staying in a hotel close to UTP if you have a late flight from Melbourne to U-Tapao Rayong-Pattaya International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
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Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Melbourne to U-Tapao Rayong-Pattaya International Airport flight.
Getting from U-Tapao Rayong-Pattaya International Airport (UTP) to central Rayong
Central Rayong is around 48 kilometres from U-Tapao Rayong-Pattaya International Airport and takes about 50 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to U-Tapao Rayong-Pattaya International Airport (UTP)
Right now, $1,106 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to U-Tapao Rayong-Pattaya International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $2,062. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Melbourne to UTP if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to U-Tapao Rayong-Pattaya International Airport (UTP)
November is when most people book flights from Melbourne to U-Tapao Rayong-Pattaya International Airport (UTP). Plan your visit to Rayong in July for a more low-key escape.
Book a Melbourne to UTP plane ticket departing in April if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Rayong to range from 26ºC to 33ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to U-Tapao Rayong-Pattaya International Airport in January when temperatures are between 21ºC and 31ºC.
More about Rayong
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Rayong right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Melbourne to U-Tapao Rayong-Pattaya International Airport:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Saeng Chan Beach, Mae Rumphueng Beach and Mae Ramphueng Beach are must-do's during your Rayong adventure.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok is just one of the many places in Thailand waiting to be explored once you've seen Rayong. Around 129 kilometres away to the northwest, popular attractions include Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew and The Royal Place 2.