Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Miri Airport (MYY): what you need to know
Miri is three hours behind Melbourne and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
Your MEL to MYY flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Miri Airport. Many travelers pass through Kuala Lumpur International Airport when flying between MEL and MYY.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Miri Airport (MYY)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Miri Airport flight is $177. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $450. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from MEL to MYY, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Miri Airport.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from MEL to MYY.
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Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
67.71% of flights that depart Melbourne Tullamarine Airport land at their destination on time.
To reach Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 24 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Miri Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to MEL:
Arriving at Miri Airport (MYY)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Miri Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MYY instead:
Grab a Miri Airport rental car and explore Miri and beyond with your own set of wheels. EPTA, Hertz and Avis are well-known companies you can book with here.
Increase your likelihood of getting the best deal by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Miri Airport at least a few weeks in advance is a smart move.
Getting from Miri Airport (MYY) to central Miri
Miri Airport is roughly 11 kilometers from the center of Miri. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Miri Airport (MYY)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Miri Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Miri based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Miri is May, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Miri Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from MEL to MYY in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
Miri has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia just waiting to be discovered. About 290 kilometers north-east of Miri, a trip to Kota Kinabalu will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like DREAM, Bukit Kopungit Peak and Auditorium Galeri Azman Hashim UMS/Auditorium Sekafi.
Around 483 kilometers east of Miri, Sandakan is another favorite stop in Malaysia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, Sandakan Memorial Park and Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC).
