Flying from Melbourne to Leon Airport (LAP): What you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where new adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Melbourne to Leon Airport (LAP).
The timezone in La Paz is UTC-7, which is 18 hours behind Melbourne. Leon Airport is located in La Paz.
To ensure you catch your flight from Melbourne to LAP, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne to Leon Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
67.71% of flights that leave from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can arrive at AVV from central Melbourne in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Relax before your Melbourne to LAP flight at a hotel near Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can wake up and get to the airport with time to spare.
Avalon Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 80.09% of flights out of here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
About Leon Airport (LAP)
Reserve a hotel close to LAP if you're catching a late flight from Melbourne to Leon Airport. Check in to one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
Travel at your own pace with a Leon Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from MEX, Thrifty or Europcar and experience more of La Paz and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Leon Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Leon Airport (LAP)
R 13,557 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Leon Airport. Return flights start from R 24,206. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Melbourne to LAP if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Cheap Melbourne to Leon Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Leon Airport (LAP)
July is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne to Leon Airport (LAP). Plan your visit to La Paz in April for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in La Paz is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your Melbourne to LAP plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Leon Airport in January when temperatures are between 13ºC (55ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
More about La Paz
Start your La Paz trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Leon Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
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