Travelling from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 9 hours 15 minutes.
Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, making Melbourne three hours ahead of Hong Kong.
Every week, there are 67 Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flights. If you want to be on board as soon as possible, go for the 00:20 Cathay Pacific flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 20:00 with Qantas.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your HKG to MEL flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as April? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Melbourne (and then seeing more of Australia!) is easy with Cathay Pacific. This popular carrier has direct flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
Cathay Pacific is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Cathay Pacific is the most punctual carrier offering HKG to MEL flights, with 68.97% of its services reaching their destination on time.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between HKG and MEL include:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Ninoy Aquino International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight is Rs54,576. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs111,472. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from HKG to MEL by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights 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.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from HKG to MEL.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
Handy information about Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
HKG is located at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
73.04% of flights that depart Hong Kong International Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Hong Kong to Hong Kong International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a trip time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to HKG? If you've booked an early flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
If you're arriving on a late Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near MEL:
Grab a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and discover Melbourne and beyond with your own wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
From Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, Melbourne is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Melbourne. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport for January if you'd like to go to Melbourne during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets 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.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Melbourne, now it's time to discover other parts of Australia. Travel about 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to tick off its leading attractions. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Geelong is another essential stop in Australia and is around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. No trip is complete without seeing Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.
