Travelling from Surat Gujarat Airport (STV) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, making Melbourne five hours 30 minutes ahead of Surat.
To ensure you get on your STV to MEL flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Opt for a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Surat Gujarat Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Indira Gandhi International Airport is a popular stopover on the STV to MEL route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Surat Gujarat Airport (STV) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
At the moment, Rs95,843 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Surat Gujarat Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs196,714. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from STV to MEL, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Surat Gujarat Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from STV to MEL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Surat Gujarat Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
Handy information about Surat Gujarat Airport (STV)
Surat Gujarat Airport has an excellent on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from STV arrive on schedule 80.83% of the time.
Central Surat to Surat Gujarat Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to STV? If you've booked an early flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Surat Gujarat Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Grab a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and discover Melbourne and beyond with your own wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
From Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, Melbourne is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Melbourne. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap tickets from STV to MEL sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include 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.
