Travelling from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Around 9 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne.
Hong Kong International Airport is located in Hong Kong. Following the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is three hours ahead of Hong Kong.
The busiest route is from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Take your pick of 26 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from HKG to MEL is the 00:20 Cathay Pacific service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the final departure is at 20:05 with Qantas.
Allow plenty of time to make your HKG to Melbourne flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Begin your trip at HKG and fly straight to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). That will be your arrival point when searching for Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne tickets.
Book your ticket with Cathay Pacific. This well-known airline offers direct flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from HKG to Melbourne with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
HKG is about 24 kilometres from central Hong Kong. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near HKG. Whether you're taking an early flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Hong Kong International Airport, 73.04% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find HKG at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Melbourne
Rs43,492 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne flight. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs91,214. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To score cheap flights from HKG to Melbourne, reserve your trip one month before your departure date.
The best month for scoring cheap Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
There's no need to check in daily to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an updated deal for cheap flights from HKG to Melbourne.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to the centre of Melbourne takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near MEL:
Hit the road running by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and explore beyond Melbourne's main sights.
Booking your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from HKG to Melbourne can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is about 56 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. Once you've hopped off your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 2 hours 5 minutes.
You'll find a few comfortable places to lay your head within a short drive of AVV. Get into relaxation mode at Corio Bay Motel after your HKG to Melbourne flight.
The fastest way to reach your destination is with an Avalon Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental or yesaway car hire and get going in the blink of an eye.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at AVV will help you save.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Essendon Airport (MEB) is about 19 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. It'll take you about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by ride-share or cab once you've hopped off your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne.
The journey takes around 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your trip by staying at a hotel near MEB after your HKG to Melbourne flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or just give yourself time to get your bearings in a new city at:
Begin your travels without stressing over how to reach your next stop with an Essendon Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from trusted companies here like East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne is always a good idea. Along with more affordable prices, you'll get a better selection of vehicle makes and models at MEB.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Travel to Melbourne in high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Book a Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne flight ticket with a departure in January if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from HKG to Melbourne in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 13ºC on average.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Melbourne, check out our selection of hotels including:
National Gallery of Victoria and Federation Square are just two of the major attractions to put on your Melbourne itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Eureka Skydeck 88.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Melbourne, now it's time to explore more of Australia. Journey about 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to check off its leading attractions. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Launceston is another sought-after destination in Australia and is around 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. No trip is complete without seeing City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.