Flying from Melbourne to Jeju International Airport (CJU): What you need to know
Planning your trip starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Jeju International Airport (CJU) departing from here.
Jeju is two hours behind Melbourne. Jeju International Airport is located in Jeju, which follows the UTC+9 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Melbourne to CJU.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? 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)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Melbourne to CJU. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)
Traveling from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometers in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Jeju International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
67.71% of flights taking off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can reach AVV from central Melbourne in approximately 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport will take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometers or so.
You're off on vacation, so why not spend another night away at a hotel near Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to CJU flight, make yourself comfortable at Corio Bay Motel.
Avalon Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 80.09% of flights leaving here arrive right on target.
About Jeju International Airport (CJU)
If you have a late flight from Melbourne to Jeju International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near CJU:
Pick up a Jeju International Airport rental car and explore Jeju and beyond with your own wheels. Rainbow rental, TamRa and 패밀리렌트카 are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Melbourne to Jeju International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Jeju International Airport (CJU) to central Jeju
Jeju International Airport to central Jeju is around 3 kilometers. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Traveling by public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Jeju International Airport (CJU)
At the moment, $220 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Jeju International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $571. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Melbourne to CJU, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Melbourne to Jeju International Airport ticket.
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Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from Melbourne to Jeju International Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Jeju International Airport (CJU)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne to Jeju International Airport (CJU). July is the busiest month to travel to Jeju. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in April.
The warmest month in Jeju is August, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Melbourne to CJU plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Jeju International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Jeju
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Jeju International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Jeju:
You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Jeju when you're in the mood to sightsee. Head straight for Jeonnong-ro Cherry Blossom Road followed by Cherry blossom tunnel and Hamdeok Beach.
Explore more of South Korea
Jeju has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of South Korea you should also see. About 193 kilometers north of Jeju, a trip to Gwangju will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like World Cup Stadium, Gwangju K-POP Star Road feat. BTS J-Hope Hope world and Gwangju Biennale.
Around 257 kilometers north of Jeju, Jeonju is another favorite stop in South Korea. Start your sightseeing at Jeonju Hanok Village, Jeonju Gaeksa-gil and Royal Portrait Museum.
