Travelling from Surat Gujarat Airport (STV) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Melbourne is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Surat, where Surat Gujarat Airport is located. Melbourne runs on the UTC+11 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your STV to Melbourne flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to discover a new place or just have a break during your trip. When looking for a plane ticket from STV to Melbourne, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is one option.
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Surat, STV can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Melbourne? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near STV:
Surat Gujarat Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 80.83% of flights that depart STV land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Surat Gujarat Airport (STV) to Melbourne
331 € is currently the best price for a one-way Surat Gujarat Airport to Melbourne flight. A return plane ticket starts from 1.101 €. These prices can change based on availability.
To find cheap flights from STV to Melbourne, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Surat Gujarat Airport to Melbourne across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to keep looking every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an even better deal on cheap flights from STV to Melbourne.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to the centre of Melbourne takes about 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to MEL if you're coming in on a late flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Melbourne. Check in to one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Hit the road running by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and explore beyond Melbourne's main sights.
Booking your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from STV to Melbourne can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Central Melbourne is located around 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV). Once your flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Melbourne has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 50 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 2 hours 5 minutes.
You'll find a few fantastic places to stay within a quick drive of AVV. Get into relaxation mode at Corio Bay Motel after your STV to Melbourne flight.
Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire make collecting an Avalon Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from AVV three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Melbourne has landed. Central Melbourne is around 19 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and takes roughly 25 minutes to reach by taxi or ride-share.
Public transport can get you there in around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near MEB after your STV to Melbourne flight. Recover from your travel day or simply give yourself time to settle into a new destination at:
Whether you're after a zippy compact for solo travel or a spacious SUV to fit the family, you'll find the perfect Essendon Airport rental car for you. Browse the range of wheels available here from names such as East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
Booking at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Melbourne is always a good idea. Along with better prices, you'll be able to choose the vehicle make and model you prefer at MEB.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Before scheduling your flights from Surat Gujarat Airport to Melbourne, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Melbourne offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Surat Gujarat Airport to Melbourne plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from STV to Melbourne around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Melbourne, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Launceston is another essential stop in Australia and is around 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. No journey is complete without dropping by City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.
