Flying from Melbourne to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG): What you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) departing from here.
Hop on a direct Melbourne to Hong Kong International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 9 hours 20 minutes.
Hong Kong is three hours behind Melbourne. Hong Kong International Airport is located in Hong Kong, which runs on the UTC+8 timezone.
The most popular route is from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG), with 26 direct services every week. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from MEL to HKG is the 12:45am Cathay Pacific service. If a later start suits your schedule, the last departure is at 11:45pm with Cathay Pacific.
To ensure you get on your flight from Melbourne to HKG, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
You can find a direct flight from Melbourne to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) out of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
When leaving from MEL, you can catch a direct flight from Melbourne to Hong Kong International Airport with Cathay Pacific.
Cathay Pacific ranks first in bookings for flights from MEL to HKG.
Among carriers operating on this route, Cathay Pacific has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Melbourne to HKG. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 40 minutes on 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.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Hong Kong International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
67.71% of flights taking off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Fit a stopover into your itinerary at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Melbourne to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) out of Avalon Airport.
You can arrive at AVV from the centre of Melbourne in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Relax before your Melbourne to HKG flight at a hotel near Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can roll out of bed and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
Avalon Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 80.09% of flights departing here arrive right on target.
About Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Have a late flight from Melbourne to Hong Kong International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near HKG and hit the pillow fast:
You'll find HKG at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
Getting from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to central Hong Kong
The centre of Hong Kong is about 24 kilometres from Hong Kong International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research before you go.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
At the moment, ₹ 16,082 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Hong Kong International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 28,564. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap flights from Melbourne to HKG by booking nine months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for picking up a bargain.
Organise your trip for February. That's the best month for landing an incredible deal on Melbourne to Hong Kong International Airport tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG). August is the busiest month to travel to Hong Kong. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in April.
Lock in a Melbourne to HKG flight ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Hong Kong to range from 26ºC to 32ºC.
January has temperatures of between 11ºC and 20ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Hong Kong International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Hong Kong
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Hong Kong right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Melbourne to Hong Kong International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Hong Kong Island, Victoria Harbour and Victoria Peak are top sights which should be on any well-planned Hong Kong itinerary.
Explore more of China
Hong Kong will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of China just waiting to be discovered. Around 113 kilometres north-west of Hong Kong, a trip to Guangzhou will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like 珠江夜景, Yuyuan Garden and Shamian Island.
Around 306 kilometres north-east of Hong Kong, Shantou is another favourite stop in China. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Shantou Old Town, Beishan Bay and Longhu Beach Tourist Resort.
