Travelling from Utapao Airport (UTP) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Melbourne is four hours ahead of Rayong and is in the UTC+11 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your UTP to MEL flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as March? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Utapao Airport (UTP) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
$889 is the best price for a one-way Utapao Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Return flights start from $2,246. These prices can change depending on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from UTP to MEL if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Utapao Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Utapao Airport (UTP)
When it comes to Utapao Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.23% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Rayong to Utapao Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 55 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching an early flight from Utapao Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to UTP:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Reserve a hotel near MEL if you have a late Utapao Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and experience the lesser-explored corners of Melbourne and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Utapao Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Melbourne based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Utapao Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from UTP to MEL in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 13ºC on average.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be explored. Around 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a visit to Canberra will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, Geelong is another essential stop in Australia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.