Travelling from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Melbourne is three hours ahead of Wuhan, where Wuhan Tianhe International Airport is located. Melbourne runs on the UTC+11 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to make your WUH to Melbourne flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Central Wuhan to WUH is around 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Searching for a hotel close to WUH? If you're catching an early flight from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport to Melbourne, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from WUH touch down on schedule 84.35% of the time.
You'll find WUH at Tianhe St.
How to find the cheapest flights from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH) to Melbourne
₹ 18,024 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Wuhan Tianhe International Airport to Melbourne flight. A return plane ticket starts from ₹ 42,930. These prices can change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from WUH to Melbourne, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near MEL if you have a late flight from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport to Melbourne. Settle into one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt to explore Melbourne and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from WUH to Melbourne can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
After your flight from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport to Melbourne has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is roughly 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).
The journey will take about 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
Corio Bay Motel is one accommodation option within a short drive of AVV. Drop your bags here after your WUH to Melbourne flight and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign for some uninterrupted rest.
Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire make picking up an Avalon Airport rental car simple. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from AVV three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport to Melbourne has touched down. Central Melbourne is around 19 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and takes roughly 25 minutes to reach by car.
The journey will take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you don't want to make the journey into the centre, find a hotel near MEB. Check in to one of these stays after your WUH to Melbourne flight:
Be in the driver's seat of the next leg of your trip by picking up an Essendon Airport rental car. East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar are reliable rental providers.
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport to Melbourne is always smart. Along with better deals, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at MEB.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Plan your trip to Melbourne during high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport to Melbourne in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Book a Wuhan Tianhe International Airport to Melbourne plane ticket with a departure in January if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from WUH to Melbourne in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 13ºC on average.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport to Melbourne, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are essential stops on your Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Around 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne, Launceston is another essential stop in Australia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.