Flying from Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport (SAI) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport is located in Siem Reap. Based in the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is four hours ahead of Siem Reap.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your SAI to Melbourne flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from SAI to Melbourne with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
To reach SAI from central Siem Reap, it takes about 1 hour by car. It's roughly 40 kms (25 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from SAI land on schedule 80.01% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport (SAI) to Melbourne
£227 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport to Melbourne flight. A round-trip ticket right now is £492. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from SAI to Melbourne, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you have flexibility with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport to Melbourne ticket.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kms (15 miles) from central Melbourne. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
It typically takes 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport to Melbourne. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and discover more of Melbourne and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from SAI to Melbourne.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is about 56 kms (35 miles) from central Melbourne. Following your flight from Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
Corio Bay Motel is one accommodation option within a short drive of AVV. Unpack your bags here after your SAI to Melbourne flight and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign to enjoy some uninterrupted rest.
The quickest way to reach your destination is with an Avalon Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental or yesaway car hire and get going in the blink of an eye.
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from AVV three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport to Melbourne has landed. Central Melbourne is around 19 kms (12 miles) from Essendon Airport (MEB) and takes roughly 25 minutes to reach by taxi or ride-share.
If you use public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near MEB after your SAI to Melbourne flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or just take a moment to get your footing in a new city at:
Start your journey without stressing about how to arrive at your destination with an Essendon Airport rental car. Book your wheels with trusted names here like East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport to Melbourne is a smart way to go. As well as better deals, you'll have a wider selection of vehicle makes and models at MEB.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport to Melbourne. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel prices are often higher and attractions can get crowded. Go to Melbourne in the low season for a quieter vibe.
Lock in a Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport to Melbourne plane ticket with a departure in January to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 29ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SAI to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 13ºC.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport to Melbourne, browse our selection of hotels including:
National Gallery of Victoria and Federation Square are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Melbourne must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Eureka Skydeck 88.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored after you've seen Melbourne. Around 290 miles away to the north-east, popular attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If you want to check out another major destination in Australia, head for Launceston, roughly 280 miles south-east of Melbourne. City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience are among the biggest draws.