Flying from Jakarta to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Planning your vacation starts with working out where you'll leave from in Jakarta. Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Jakarta to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) jetting off from here.
Take a direct flight from Jakarta to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 6 hours 22 minutes.
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is 4 hours ahead of Jakarta. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located in Melbourne.
With 11 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the busiest route. Garuda Indonesia operates the earliest flight at 01:55. If you'd like to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from CGK to MEL is with Qantas at 21:00.
Your flight from Jakarta to MEL won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
You can hop on a direct flight from Jakarta to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) leaving from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK).
Qantas is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Jakarta to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport jetting out of CGK.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from traveling — and maybe even explore another city. When browsing flights from Jakarta to MEL departing from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
From the center of Jakarta, CGK is around 32 kilometers away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Catching an early flight from Jakarta to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near Soekarno-Hatta International Airport:
About Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Jakarta to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is approximately 24 kilometers from central Melbourne. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 28 minutes.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey of about 42 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
For a one-way ticket from Jakarta to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, $142 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip starting from $323. These are the lowest fares right now but may change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from Jakarta to MEL if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Use the 'Whole month' search function and compare the prices of tickets from Jakarta to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport across each month. The lowest fares are marked in green, so you can quickly pick a flight within your budget.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if the price has dropped. It's simple to do, and it'll save you from searching for cheap tickets from Jakarta to MEL every day.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Jakarta to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
The best time to fly from Jakarta to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
April is the quietest time of year to travel to Melbourne. Alternatively, join the crowds and go in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Jakarta to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
Book your flight from Jakarta to MEL for January if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Melbourne to range from 12ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Jakarta to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 13ºC on average.
More about Melbourne
After booking your flight from Jakarta to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Melbourne:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are essential stops on your Melbourne itinerary.
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