Travelling from Melbourne to Udon Thani International Airport (UTH): What you need to know
Udon Thani International Airport is located in Udon Thani. The city runs on the UTC+7 timezone and is four hours behind Melbourne.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Melbourne to UTH. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like December, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Whether you'd like to discover a new city along the way or just take a break, we make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To compare your options departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Melbourne to UTH.
MEL is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Udon Thani International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
Of all flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 68% touch down on time at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is around 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
It's holiday time, so why not book another night away at a hotel near Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to UTH flight, make yourself comfortable at Corio Bay Motel.
Avalon Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 80% of flights leaving here arrive right on target.
About Udon Thani International Airport (UTH)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Melbourne to Udon Thani International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near UTH instead:
Pick up a Udon Thani International Airport rental car and explore Udon Thani and beyond with your own wheels. Chic Car Rent, Hertz and Budget are top outlets you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle around three weeks before your Melbourne to Udon Thani International Airport flight.
Getting from Udon Thani International Airport (UTH) to central Udon Thani
Udon Thani International Airport is about 5 kilometres from central Udon Thani. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a car hire or taxi depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Udon Thani International Airport (UTH)
Right now, $858 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Udon Thani International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $966. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Melbourne to UTH if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Melbourne to Udon Thani International Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Udon Thani International Airport (UTH)
October is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Udon Thani International Airport (UTH), while December is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Udon Thani based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Udon Thani is April, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 42ºC. Book your Melbourne to UTH plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has temperatures of between 14ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Udon Thani International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Udon Thani
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Udon Thani right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Udon Thani International Airport:
Thai-Chinese Cultural Centre and udon waterworld water park are just two of the major attractions to put on your Udon Thani to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Wat Pho Chai.
Explore more of Thailand
You've seen Udon Thani, now it's time to explore more of Thailand. Journey around 274 kilometres south to Nakhon Ratchasima to check off its top attractions. From Night Safari Korat to Saveone Night Market and Butterfly Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Thailand, consider Khon Kaen, about 105 kilometres south of Udon Thani. Wat Nong Wang, Bueng Thung Sang and Thai-Chinese Cultural Centre are among its highlights.