Flying from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Melbourne is three hours ahead of Chengdu and follows the UTC+11 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your CTU to MEL flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between CTU and MEL include:
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Rs65,636 is the lowest price for a one-way Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs120,638. These fares can change based on demand.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CTU to MEL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
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Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
The address for CTU is Airport Expressway Entrance.
89.89% of flights departing from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport touch down at their destination as planned. With its impressive on-time stats, delays are unlikely when setting off from CTU.
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Chengdu. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near CTU. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Reserve a hotel near MEL if you're taking a late Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and explore beyond Melbourne's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Melbourne based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from CTU to MEL in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 13ºC on average.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Melbourne, now it's time to explore more of Australia. Journey around 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to check off its top sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, Geelong is another essential stop in Australia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.