Flying from Melbourne to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN): What you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Melbourne to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN).
Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport is located in Balikpapan. The city is in the UTC+8 timezone and is three hours behind Melbourne.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Melbourne to BPN.
In high season, allow for longer wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Melbourne to BPN departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Popular options include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
MEL is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.71% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take you 50 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 5 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away at a hotel close to Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to BPN flight, make yourself comfortable at Corio Bay Motel.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 80.09% of them arriving as planned.
About Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN)
Have a late flight from Melbourne to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near BPN and be in snooze mode sooner:
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport is Rs56,170. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs100,391. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Melbourne to BPN if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Melbourne to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN)
August is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN). Visit Balikpapan in February if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Balikpapan is April, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Melbourne to BPN flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has temperatures of between 24ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Balikpapan
Start your Balikpapan trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. BSB Beach, Lamaru Beach and Bangkirai Bridge are must-visits when exploring Balikpapan.
Explore more of Indonesia
You've seen Balikpapan, now it's time to discover other parts of Indonesia. Journey about 177 kilometres north-east to Bontang to check off its popular sights. From Mangrove Board Walk to Beras Basah Beach and Masjid Al Aqsha, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 225 kilometres south-west of Balikpapan, Barabai is another essential stop in Indonesia. No visit is complete without checking out Masjid Al-Munawwarah Pajukungan, Masjid Shulaha and Mesjid Al Magfirah Batali.
