Flying from Melbourne to Changle International Airport (FOC): what you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Changle International Airport (FOC) jetting off from here.
Fuzhou is 3 hours behind Melbourne. Changle International Airport is located in Fuzhou, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
Your flight from Melbourne to FOC won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing flights from Melbourne to FOC leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
MEL is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will give you the best route and your public transport options.
After a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Changle International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
About Changle International Airport (FOC)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Melbourne to Changle International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near FOC:
Getting from Changle International Airport (FOC) to central Fuzhou
Changle International Airport to central Fuzhou is around 58 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Changle International Airport (FOC)
R 3,940 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Changle International Airport. Return flights start from R 6,495. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from Melbourne to FOC, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Melbourne to Changle International Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's an incredible deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for cheap tickets from Melbourne to FOC every day.
Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne to Changle International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Changle International Airport (FOC)
August is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne to Changle International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Fuzhou in April when things are quieter.
Before you book a flight from Melbourne to FOC, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Fuzhou, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 36ºC.
Visit in January for cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between 5ºC and 16ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Melbourne to Changle International Airport.
More about Fuzhou
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Changle International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Fuzhou:
Drum Mountain and Fuzhou National Forest Park are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Fuzhou must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Xianghuai Plum Garden, Gushan Mountain.
Complete your Fuzhou trip with a car rental
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