Flying from Melbourne to Puerto Escondido Airport (PXM): What you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Puerto Escondido Airport (PXM) taking off from here.
Puerto Escondido Airport is located in Puerto Escondido. The city operates on the UTC-6 timezone and is 17 hours behind Melbourne.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to PXM. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
High season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The journey from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Melbourne to Puerto Escondido Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, 67.71% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can reach AVV from the centre of Melbourne in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport will take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Unwind before your Melbourne to PXM flight at a hotel close to Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can roll out of bed and get to the airport with time to spare.
The majority of flights that leave Avalon Airport make it to their destination within the expected time frame. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 80.09%.
About Puerto Escondido Airport (PXM)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Puerto Escondido Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near PXM:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Puerto Escondido Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MEX, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Puerto Escondido and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride around two weeks before your Melbourne to Puerto Escondido Airport flight.
Getting from Puerto Escondido Airport (PXM) to central Puerto Escondido
Puerto Escondido Airport is roughly 2 kilometres from central Puerto Escondido. The time it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Puerto Escondido Airport (PXM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Puerto Escondido Airport is Rs185,311. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs484,047. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Melbourne to PXM if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
Affordable Melbourne to Puerto Escondido Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal is available on flight tickets from Melbourne to PXM.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne to Puerto Escondido Airport.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Puerto Escondido Airport (PXM)
July is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne to Puerto Escondido Airport (PXM). Visit Puerto Escondido in April for a more laid-back experience.
When booking your Melbourne to PXM flight ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. April is the warmest month in Puerto Escondido, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 32ºC.
December sees temperatures of between 19ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Puerto Escondido Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Puerto Escondido
Start your Puerto Escondido trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Melbourne to Puerto Escondido Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Playa Coral and Bahia Puerto Escondido are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Puerto Escondido travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Mirador Sueño Imposible.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Puerto Escondido, now it's time to explore other corners of Mexico. Journey around 137 kilometres north to Oaxaca to check off its top sights. From Guelaguetza to Centro Histórico de Oaxaca de Juárez and Jardín Etnobotánico de Oaxaca, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 290 kilometres north of Puerto Escondido, Tehuacan is another essential stop in Mexico. Experience major highlights starting with Xtreme Adventure Park, Zona arqueológica de Tehuacán Viejo and Tavo’s Garden.
