Flying from Melbourne to Hat Yai International Airport (HDY): What you need to know
Hat Yai International Airport is located in Hat Yai (Songkhla). The city runs on the UTC+7 timezone and is four hours behind Melbourne.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Melbourne to HDY.
Flying during a peak month like December? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Melbourne to HDY even cheaper with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to find which cities you could pass through. Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) is an option when departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
MEL is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne to Hat Yai International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
Of the departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 68% touch down on time at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Getting to the airport on time before your Melbourne to HDY flight is so much easier when you stay close to Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will have you a quick ride from check-in.
Flights from Avalon Airport are known for their punctuality, with 80% of them touching down as expected.
About Hat Yai International Airport (HDY)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Melbourne to Hat Yai International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near HDY instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Hat Yai International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from asap car hire, Chic Car Rent or Hertz and experience more of Hat Yai (Songkhla) and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around four weeks in advance of your Melbourne to Hat Yai International Airport flight.
Getting from Hat Yai International Airport (HDY) to central Hat Yai (Songkhla)
Hat Yai International Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Hat Yai (Songkhla). It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Hat Yai International Airport (HDY)
Right now, 180 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Hat Yai International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 346 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Melbourne to HDY. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Melbourne to Hat Yai International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Melbourne to HDY.
Hunt down a great price on a flight from Melbourne to Hat Yai International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Hat Yai International Airport (HDY)
September is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Hat Yai International Airport (HDY), while January is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Hat Yai (Songkhla) based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Melbourne to HDY plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. April is the warmest month in Hat Yai (Songkhla), with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Hat Yai International Airport in February when temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
More about Hat Yai (Songkhla)
Start your Hat Yai (Songkhla) trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Hat Yai International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Your Hat Yai (Songkhla) visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions worth exploring include Street Art Hatyai, Street Art Hatyai and Greenway Night Market.
Explore more of Thailand
You've done Hat Yai (Songkhla), now it's time to explore more of Thailand. Journey about 274 kilometres northwest to Surat Thani to check off its must-visit sights. From Masjid Jamek to Wat Tha Sai and Wat Nikon Prasart, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 177 kilometres north of Hat Yai (Songkhla), Nakhon Si Thammarat is another essential stop in Thailand. Start your sightseeing at Wat Phra Phrom, Wat Pho Sadet and Wat Yai Chai Mongkol.
