Travelling from Melbourne to Daxing International Airport (PKX): What you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Daxing International Airport (PKX) departing from here.
Beijing is three hours behind Melbourne. Daxing International Airport is located in Beijing, which is in the UTC+8 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Melbourne to PKX.
In peak travel periods, expect extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Melbourne to PKX that include a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between MEL and PKX include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
MEL is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 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 40 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Melbourne to Daxing International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, 67.71% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take 50 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not book another night away at a hotel near Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to PKX flight, treat yourself to a stay at Corio Bay Motel.
Flights from Avalon Airport are known for their punctuality, with 80.09% of them touching down right on cue.
About Daxing International Airport (PKX)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Daxing International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PKX instead:
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Daxing International Airport (PKX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Daxing International Airport is R 3,629. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 7,219. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from Melbourne to PKX, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to Daxing International Airport tickets across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from Melbourne to Daxing International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and number of stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Daxing International Airport (PKX)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne to Daxing International Airport (PKX). July is when most people visit Beijing. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in April.
Lock in a Melbourne to PKX plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Beijing to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Daxing International Airport in January when temperatures are between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Beijing
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Daxing International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Beijing:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Forbidden City, 西湖 and Temple of Heaven are highlights which should be on every Beijing itinerary.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered after you've seen Beijing. Around 80 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Haihe River, Tianyan Square and China Ancient Castle.
Tangshan is another essential stop in China and is around 153 kilometres east of Beijing. No trip is complete without visiting 唐山海昌海洋馆, Tangshan Museum and Earthquake Memorial Hall.