Flying from Melbourne to Laoag International Airport (LAO): What you need to know
Laoag is three hours behind Melbourne. Laoag International Airport is located in Laoag, which follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Melbourne to LAO. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like December and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Melbourne to LAO even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to find cities that could split up the flight. Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) is an option when taking off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Melbourne to Laoag International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 68% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can arrive at AVV from central Melbourne in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not book an extra night away at a hotel close to Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to LAO flight, lay your head at Corio Bay Motel.
The majority of flights that depart Avalon Airport get to their destination on schedule. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 80%.
About Laoag International Airport (LAO)
Have a late flight from Melbourne to Laoag International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near LAO and be in snooze mode sooner:
Getting from Laoag International Airport (LAO) to central Laoag
Central Laoag is around 6 kilometres from Laoag International Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Laoag International Airport (LAO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Laoag International Airport is R 5,014. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 14,999. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Melbourne to LAO if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
Affordable Melbourne to Laoag International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Melbourne to LAO.
Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from Melbourne to Laoag International Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and number of stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Laoag International Airport (LAO)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Melbourne to Laoag International Airport (LAO). December is the busiest month to travel to Laoag. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in October.
The warmest month in Laoag is May, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Melbourne to LAO plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Laoag International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Laoag
Start your Laoag trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Melbourne to Laoag International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Paoay Sand Dunes Adventures (Suba), La Paz Sand Dunes and Blanca Resort are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Laoag itinerary.
Explore more of the Philippines
Laoag is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the Philippines waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kilometres south of Laoag, a trip to Baguio will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Baguio City, Botanical Garden and Camp John Hay.
Around 306 kilometres south of Laoag, Cabanatuan City is another favourite stop in the Philippines. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Lotus pond Garden, Plants & Pots Haven and Elisiah Atarah Resort.
