Flying from Kuching International Airport (KCH) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, which makes Melbourne three hours ahead of Kuching.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your KCH to MEL flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Choose a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Kuching International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is a popular stopover on the KCH to MEL route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuching International Airport (KCH) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kuching International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight is Rs46,379. A return ticket right now is Rs105,579. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from KCH to MEL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Kuching International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from KCH to MEL.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Kuching International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
Handy information about Kuching International Airport (KCH)
Of all flights departing from Kuching International Airport, 75.33% land on time at their destination.
Central Kuching to Kuching International Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near KCH? If you're boarding an early flight from Kuching International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Kuching International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
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To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to the centre of Melbourne has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
January is the most popular month for flights from Kuching International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Melbourne in April.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Kuching International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from KCH to MEL in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 13ºC on average.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Melbourne, now it's time to explore other corners of Australia. Journey around 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to tick off its must-visit sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Geelong is another essential stop in Australia and is around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. No journey is complete without seeing Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.
