Travelling from Melbourne to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA): What you need to know
The timezone in Kuantan is UTC+8, which is three hours behind Melbourne. Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport is located in Kuantan.
Your flight from Melbourne to KUA won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time such as December? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean 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 KUA even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to explore which cities could make a good pit stop. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is an option when flying out of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
68% of flights leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can arrive at AVV from the centre of Melbourne in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Melbourne to KUA flight is so much easier when you stay close to Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will put you just a short drive away.
Most flights that leave Avalon Airport get to their destination as expected. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 80%.
About Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA)
Have a late flight from Melbourne to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near KUA and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Getting from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA) to central Kuantan
From Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport, central Kuantan is around 19 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport is $320. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $530. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Melbourne to KUA if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Melbourne to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport tickets across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Melbourne to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA)
Think about your travel style when planning your trip dates. October is the quietest month to visit Kuantan. April is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Lock in a Melbourne to KUA plane ticket departing in May if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kuantan to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
February has temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Kuantan
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Kuantan right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Melbourne to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Teluk Cempedak Beach, Teluk Cempedak and Masjid Sultan Ahmad Shah are essential stops on your Kuantan itinerary.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've visited Kuantan, now it's time to discover other corners of Malaysia. Journey around 290 kilometres northwest to Kota Bharu to tick off its must-visit sights. From Kota Bharu to Istana Negeri Kelantan and Museum Of Islamic Culture, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Kuala Lumpur is another sought-after destination in Malaysia and is around 177 kilometres southwest of Kuantan. No journey is complete without dropping by Petronas Twin Towers, Photo Spot Petronas Twin Towers and Petronas Twin Towers Photo Point.
