Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Hilo International Airport (ITO): what you need to know
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your MEL to ITO flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hilo International Airport. Many travellers pass through Daniel K. Inouye International Airport when flying between MEL and ITO.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Hilo International Airport (ITO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hilo International Airport flight is R 7,724. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 12,939. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from MEL to ITO, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hilo International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Picking up cheap flights from MEL to ITO is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new deal comes up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hilo International Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
67.71% of flights that leave from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport make it to their destination on time.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near MEL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hilo International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Hilo International Airport (ITO)
Book a hotel near ITO if you have a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hilo International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Hit the road running by picking up a Hilo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Thrifty and explore beyond Hilo's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Hilo International Airport about one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Hilo International Airport (ITO) to central Hilo
Hilo International Airport to the centre of Hilo has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 30 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Hilo International Airport (ITO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hilo International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Hilo in May.
Book your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hilo International Airport for October if you'd like to go to Hilo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MEL to ITO in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Hilo is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 338 kilometres north-west of Hilo, a trip to Honolulu will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Waikiki Beach, USS Arizona Memorial and Iolani Palace.
Pearl City is another standout destination in United States and is around 354 kilometres north-west of Hilo. No trip is complete without experiencing USS Utah Memorial, Sunset Memorial Park and Pearl City District Park.
