Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Okayama Airport (OKJ): what you need to know
The timezone in Okayama is UTC+9, which is two hours behind Melbourne.
To ensure you get on your MEL to OKJ flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd like to discover a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Okayama Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a well-known stop between MEL and OKJ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Okayama Airport (OKJ)
At the moment, ₹ 50,825 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Okayama Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ₹ 82,087. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MEL to OKJ if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Okayama Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from MEL to OKJ.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Okayama Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, 67.71% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 40 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near MEL? If you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Okayama Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Okayama Airport (OKJ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Okayama Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near OKJ instead:
Pick up an Okayama Airport rental car and discover Okayama and beyond with your own wheels. Nissan Rent a Car, NIPPON Rent A Car and Toyota Rent A Car are leading providers you can book with here.
Book your ride from Okayama Airport several weeks before your trip to lock in the best possible deal. If you're planning to travel during a peak period, you may want to book even earlier.
Getting from Okayama Airport (OKJ) to central Okayama
OKJ is located at Nichioji 県道61号線, Kita Ward.
Okayama Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Okayama. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Okayama Airport (OKJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Okayama Airport is February, while April is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Okayama based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Okayama Airport for August if you want to explore Okayama during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MEL to OKJ in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 10ºC on average.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Okayama, now it's time to discover other parts of Japan. Travel around 145 kilometres east to Osaka to check off its top sights. From Osaka Castle to Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Japan, consider Nagoya, about 274 kilometres east of Okayama. Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple are highlights.
