Travelling from Melbourne to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU): What you need to know
Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport is located in Pekanbaru. The city runs on the UTC+7 timezone and is four hours behind Melbourne.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Melbourne to PKU.
Popular months like December or other peak periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Get a head start by getting to 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)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Melbourne to PKU even cheaper with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to discover where you could make a quick stop. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is an option when leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
MEL is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Of the flights that depart from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 68% touch down on time at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Melbourne to PKU flight is far easier when you stay close to Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will put you in easy range of the airport.
The majority of flights that leave Avalon Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 80%.
About Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Melbourne to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near PKU instead:
Getting from Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU) to central Pekanbaru
Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Pekanbaru. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU)
Right now, R 3,330 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 5,899. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Melbourne to PKU if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Cheap Melbourne to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU)
September is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU), while January is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Pekanbaru based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Pekanbaru is May, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Melbourne to PKU plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Pekanbaru
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Pekanbaru:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Pekanbaru Great Mosque, Pasar Wisata Kuliner and Masjid Baitul Makmur are essential stops on your Pekanbaru itinerary.
Explore more of Indonesia
Pekanbaru has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Indonesia just waiting to be explored. About 306 kilometres east of Pekanbaru, a trip to Batam will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Marina Beach, HKBP Agape Ressort Barelang and Masjid Baiturahman.
Around 193 kilometres southwest of Pekanbaru, Padang is another essential stop in Indonesia. No visit is complete without checking out Padang Beach, Padang beach and Pantai Nirwana.
