Flying from Taipei to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Taipei to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) are the two main airports in Taipei.
Expect to be in the air for 9 hours 16 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Taipei to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located in Melbourne. The city operates in the UTC+11 timezone and is 3 hours ahead of Taipei.
The busiest route is from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), with 6 direct weekly services. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from TPE to MEL is the 23:30 China Airlines service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 23:45 with China Airlines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Taipei to MEL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Get to your destination in one go from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). Direct flights from Taipei to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) operate from here.
China Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Taipei to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport leaving from TPE.
The distance from central Taipei to TPE is approximately 48 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest route, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
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Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Looking for more options for a direct flight from Taipei to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)? Check out the fares leaving from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
China Airlines has direct flights from Taipei to MEL out of TSA. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and reach your destination in a single stretch.
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to refresh yourself with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Taipei to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, here's where you can stop when heading out from Taipei Songshan Airport:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
TSA is around 6 kilometres from central Taipei. It'll take 19 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before boarding your flight from Taipei to MEL? Check in to a hotel near Taipei Songshan Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
About Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Taipei to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 28 minutes.
It takes roughly 42 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Taipei to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is Rs37,396. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs104,656. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's best to book 5 months before your departure date. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to find cheap tickets from Taipei to MEL around that time.
The cheapest month for tickets from Taipei to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is February. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.
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The best time to fly from Taipei to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Taipei to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. July is the busiest month for a trip to Melbourne. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Schedule your flight from Taipei to MEL for January if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Melbourne to range from 12ºC to 29ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Taipei to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 13ºC.
More about Melbourne
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Melbourne right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Taipei to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
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