Flying from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Seoul: what you need to know
The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9. The city is two hours behind Melbourne, where Avalon Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to get on your AVV to Seoul flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Whether you want to explore another city as part of your journey or just take a break, we make it easy to find flight tickets from AVV to Seoul with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) is a popular stop on this route.
Travelling from central Melbourne to AVV takes around 2 hours 5 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Avalon Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 80.09% of flights that take off from AVV arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Seoul
R 4,394 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Avalon Airport to Seoul flight. A return ticket right now is R 8,603. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from AVV to Seoul, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Avalon Airport to Seoul across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) is around 48 kilometres from central Seoul. How long it'll take to get to the centre will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour 45 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Avalon Airport to Seoul, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near ICN:
Grab an Incheon International Airport rental car and explore Seoul and beyond with your own wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Incheon International Airport around four weeks before your flight from AVV to Seoul.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is about 16 kilometres from the centre of Seoul. Check out your options for making your way into town after your flight from Avalon Airport to Seoul has landed.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near GMP. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your AVV to Seoul flight:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Gimpo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul or Hi Rent A Car and be off and running.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride one week before your arrival at GMP can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Seoul
Travel to Seoul in peak season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Avalon Airport to Seoul in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Book an Avalon Airport to Seoul flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AVV to Seoul in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Seoul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Seoul right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Avalon Airport to Seoul:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace and N Seoul Tower are top sights which should be on any good Seoul itinerary.
Explore more of South Korea
You've done Seoul, now it's time to discover other parts of South Korea. Travel about 322 kilometres south-east to Busan to tick off its popular sights. From Haeundae Beach to Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in South Korea, head for Daegu, about 241 kilometres south-east of Seoul. Duryu Park People's Garden, E-World and Apsan Park are among its highlights.