Travelling from Melbourne to Shinshu Matsumoto Airport (MMJ): What you need to know
Shinshu Matsumoto Airport is located in Matsumoto. The city operates on the UTC+9 timezone and is two hours behind Melbourne.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to MMJ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months like December, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The journey from central Melbourne to MEL takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Shinshu Matsumoto Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
68% of flights leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport land at their destination on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
On public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in about 1 hour 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Kick back before your Melbourne to MMJ flight at a hotel close to Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can jump out of bed and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
Flights from Avalon Airport are known for their punctuality, with 80% of them landing right on cue.
About Shinshu Matsumoto Airport (MMJ)
Book a hotel close to MMJ if you have a late flight from Melbourne to Shinshu Matsumoto Airport. Choose one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
MMJ is located at 7113 Imai.
Getting from Shinshu Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) to central Matsumoto
Central Matsumoto is around 10 kilometres from Shinshu Matsumoto Airport. Travel times by taxi or car hire will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
Travelling by public transport takes about 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Shinshu Matsumoto Airport (MMJ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Shinshu Matsumoto Airport is R 6,870. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 15,823. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Melbourne to MMJ, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
Affordable Melbourne to Shinshu Matsumoto Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Shinshu Matsumoto Airport (MMJ)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Melbourne to Shinshu Matsumoto Airport (MMJ). October is the most popular month to visit Matsumoto. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in November.
The warmest month in Matsumoto is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Melbourne to MMJ plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Shinshu Matsumoto Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Matsumoto
Start your Matsumoto trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Shinshu Matsumoto Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Matsumoto-jō Castle and Matsumoto Castle Black Gate are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Matsumoto to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Matsumoto Castletown Springs.
Explore more of Japan
You've done Matsumoto, now it's time to explore other corners of Japan. Travel around 274 kilometres southwest to Osaka to check off its leading attractions. From Dotonbori to Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 145 kilometres southwest of Matsumoto, Nagoya is another essential stop in Japan. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Nagoya Castle, Sakura Park and Ninomaru Garden.
