Flying from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Utapao Airport (UTP): what you need to know
The timezone in Rayong is UTC+7, which is two hours 30 minutes behind Darwin.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to board your DRW to UTP flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Utapao Airport (UTP)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Darwin International Airport to Utapao Airport flight is $570. A round-trip fare is currently $1,780. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DRW to UTP if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Darwin International Airport to Utapao Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Darwin International Airport (DRW)
Of all flights leaving Darwin International Airport, 73.13% land on time at their destination.
To reach Darwin International Airport from central Darwin, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near DRW? If you're catching an early flight from Darwin International Airport to Utapao Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Utapao Airport (UTP)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Darwin International Airport to Utapao Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near UTP instead:
Pick up an Utapao Airport rental car and explore Rayong and beyond with your own set of wheels. Drive Car Hire, Avis and Localrent are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Utapao Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Utapao Airport (UTP) to central Rayong
From Utapao Airport, Rayong is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 55 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Utapao Airport (UTP)
March is the busiest month for flights from Darwin International Airport to Utapao Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Rayong in April.
Book your flight from Darwin International Airport to Utapao Airport for April if you want to explore Rayong during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from DRW to UTP in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
Rayong is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Thailand you should also see. About 145 kilometres north-west of Rayong, a visit to Bangkok will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew.
Chon Buri is another well-known destination in Thailand and is around 80 kilometres north-west of Rayong. No journey is complete without a visit to Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall.
