On this page, you can find and book flights from Melbourne to Phuket. The distance between the cities is 6,994 km, with regular flights operating approximately 4 times a week.
Flights on this route are operated by Qantas and Jetstar. Ticket prices depend on the season and booking time, so we recommend using the low-price calendar and checking how to get to the departure airport for the best deals.
The table shows direct flights Melbourne → Phuket on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 12 h 20 min. Regular flights are operated by Jetstar Airways and Qantas. Departures from Tullamarine Airport and Avalon Airport airports, arrivals at Phuket International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Melbourne — Phuket by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $215 in e, and the most expensive are around $520 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Melbourne → Phuket, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $456 | high | May | $317 | low | Sep | $304 | low |
| Feb | $380 | medium | Jun | $431 | high | Oct | $317 | low |
| Mar | $368 | medium | Jul | $368 | medium | Nov | $355 | medium |
| Apr | $418 | high | Aug | $304 | low | Dec | $482 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
In Phuket, the highest air temperatures are recorded in April (up to 29.6°C), while the rainiest period is September and October, when the number of wet days reaches 25–28 per month. The period from January to March is considered the driest and sunniest time with minimal rainfall.
The lowest flight prices are recorded in September — $215 and October — $215. Prices peak in June, with fares starting $520, making the beginning of winter in Australia the most expensive time to fly.
March is the best choice for balancing price and weather conditions, with tickets starting $237 during consistently warm weather. We recommend avoiding travel in June to avoid paying more than double for your tickets.
Two airlines operate on this route, with the main carriers being Qantas and Jetstar. Flights run approximately 4 times a week, offering passengers both direct flights and options with convenient connections. To view the detailed schedule by day of the week and choose a specific flight, use the interactive airline cards below.
Flights Melbourne — Phuket depart from Tullamarine Airport and Avalon Airport and arrive at Phuket International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The estimated travel time for a direct flight over a distance of 6,994 km is approximately 8 hours and 15 minutes, depending on weather conditions and aircraft type.
Regular flights between the cities are operated by Qantas and Jetstar, with about 4 departures per week.
The best prices are usually available in September and October. You can always check the latest offers for specific dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
All international flights from Melbourne arrive at Phuket Airport (HKT). Information on how to get from the airport to the coast can be found in our guide.
Prices change constantly depending on demand; we recommend monitoring the price trends chart and booking your tickets in advance to get the best deals.
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