Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Surat Thani Airport (URT): what you need to know
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to catch your SYD to URT flight.
Flying during a peak time like April? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Surat Thani Airport (URT)
Currently, ج.م. 13,725 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Surat Thani Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ج.م. 27,018. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SYD to URT if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Surat Thani Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SYD to URT by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Surat Thani Airport.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
When it comes to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport's on-time performance, 69.62% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport from central Sydney, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport will take about 25 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near SYD? If you've booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Surat Thani Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Surat Thani Airport (URT)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Surat Thani Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near URT instead:
Grab a Surat Thani Airport rental car and explore Surat Thani and beyond with your own set of wheels. Drive Car Hire, Hertz and Thrifty are top providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Surat Thani Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Surat Thani Airport (URT) to central Surat Thani
Surat Thani Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from central Surat Thani. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 3 hours 55 minutes.
When to fly to Surat Thani Airport (URT)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Surat Thani Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Surat Thani based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Surat Thani is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 35ºC. Book your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Surat Thani Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 20ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SYD to URT sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
You've done Surat Thani, now it's time to explore other corners of Thailand. Journey about 483 kilometres north to Si Racha to tick off its leading attractions. From Public park, Si Racha Subdistrict Municipality to Ko Loi Clock Tower and Marina Bayfront Sriracha, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Thailand, consider Nakhon Si Thammarat, about 105 kilometres south-east of Surat Thani. Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well are among its highlights.
