Flying from Melbourne to Baotou Erliban Airport (BAV): What you need to know
Baotou Erliban Airport is located in Baotou. The city runs on the UTC+8 timezone and is three hours behind Melbourne.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Melbourne to BAV.
Popular months like December or other peak seasons mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Melbourne to BAV even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to discover where you could make a quick stop. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is an option when taking off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Melbourne to Baotou Erliban Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
68% of flights that take off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can reach AVV from the centre of Melbourne in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Unwind before your Melbourne to BAV flight at a hotel close to Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can wake up and get to the airport with time to spare.
Most flights that leave Avalon Airport get to their destination right on cue. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 80%.
About Baotou Erliban Airport (BAV)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Melbourne to Baotou Erliban Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near BAV instead:
You'll find BAV at Airport Expressway Exit.
Getting from Baotou Erliban Airport (BAV) to central Baotou
Central Baotou is around 31 kilometres from Baotou Erliban Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Baotou Erliban Airport (BAV)
Right now, ₹ 64,951 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Baotou Erliban Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 73,335. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Melbourne to BAV, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to Baotou Erliban Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Baotou Erliban Airport (BAV)
November is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Baotou Erliban Airport (BAV), while October is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Baotou based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Melbourne to BAV plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Baotou to range from 18ºC to 34ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Baotou Erliban Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -21ºC and -1ºC.
More about Baotou
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Baotou Erliban Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Baotou:
You'll find loads of things to do in Baotou when you're ready to see the sights. Head straight for Ruins of Machi Ancient City in Han Dynasty followed by Genghis Khan Grassland Ecological Park and Kunlun International Ski Field.
Explore more of China
Baotou has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be discovered. Around 105 kilometres south of Baotou, a visit to Ordos will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Boyu Square, Kangbashen Tourist Area and No. 7 Golf Training Centre, Youth Palace, Kangbashi District, Ordos City, Inner Mongolia.
Around 290 kilometres east of Baotou, Datong is another essential stop in China. Start your sightseeing at Yungang Grottoes, Yungang Tourism Area and No.20 Cave of Yungang Grottoes.
