Travelling from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
9 hours 13 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Melbourne is 3 hours ahead of Hong Kong and operates on the UTC+11 timezone.
You can choose from 67 weekly flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. The 00:20 departure with Cathay Pacific is the earliest you can take from HKG to MEL. Cathay Pacific operates the latest service of the day at 23:45 if you're not into early starts.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Qantas runs direct flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Book with this popular carrier, and get ready to see the sights in Melbourne — plus maybe even more of Australia if you have time.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. Here are the popular stopovers between HKG and MEL:
Changi International Airport
Ninoy Aquino International Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
To see whether you need a visa to enter Australia, contact your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll have the most up-to-date details, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from HKG to MEL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Rs43,183 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Return flights start from Rs89,483. These prices can change based on availability.
To snag cheap flights from HKG to MEL, book your trip 9 months ahead of the departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Hong Kong, Hong Kong International Airport can be reached in approximately 31 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 44 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to HKG? If you're boarding an early flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MEL if you're taking a late flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 28 minutes.
It takes roughly 42 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Melbourne. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap flights from HKG to MEL in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 13ºC on average.
More about Melbourne
After locking in your flights from HKG to MEL, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Melbourne. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this city:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are essential stops on your Melbourne itinerary.
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