Flying from Melbourne to Pakse Airport (PKZ): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Pakse Airport (PKZ) jetting off from here.
The timezone in Pakse is UTC+7, which is four hours behind Melbourne. Pakse Airport is located in Pakse.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to PKZ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Travelling 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 conditions.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Pakse Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Of the departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
With public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in around 2 hours 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 50 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not spend another night away at a hotel near Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to PKZ flight, treat yourself to a stay at Corio Bay Motel.
Avalon Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 80.09% of flights taking off from here arrive right on target.
About Pakse Airport (PKZ)
Have a late flight from Melbourne to Pakse Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near PKZ and hit the pillow fast:
Travel beyond Pakse and discover destinations that fly under the radar with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Pakse Airport rental car from companies like Avis or Budget.
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Melbourne to Pakse Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Pakse Airport (PKZ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Pakse Airport is ₹ 31,961. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 97,850. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Melbourne to PKZ. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to Pakse Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Pakse Airport (PKZ)
August is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne to Pakse Airport (PKZ). Visit Pakse in February if you'd rather avoid peak season.
When booking your Melbourne to PKZ flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. March is the warmest month in Pakse, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 39ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Pakse Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 33ºC.
More about Pakse
Start your Pakse trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Melbourne to Pakse Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Big Buddha and Firefly Viewpoint are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Pakse must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Golden Buddha.
Explore more of Laos
Pakse has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Laos just waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres north of Pakse, a trip to Thakhek will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Sunset Viewpoint, Mekong Riverside View Point and MAG UXO Visitor Centre.
If you want to check out another corner of Laos, head for Savannakhet, about 193 kilometres north-west of Pakse. Dinosaur Museum, Wat Phochaiyaram and Chinese Temple are highlights.
