Flying from Melbourne to Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS): What you need to know
Puerto Princesa is three hours behind Melbourne. Puerto Princesa International Airport is located in Puerto Princesa, which runs on the UTC+8 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to PPS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Popular months like December or other peak seasons 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 international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Whether you're hoping to explore another city along the way or just take a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To check out your options leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Melbourne to PPS.
Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Melbourne to Puerto Princesa International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
68% of flights that leave from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport make it to their destination on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is around 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Unwind before your Melbourne to PPS flight at a hotel close to Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can jump out of bed and get to the airport with time to spare.
Avalon Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 80% of flights leaving here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
About Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS)
Have a late flight from Melbourne to Puerto Princesa International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Check in to one of these hotels near PPS and hit the pillow fast:
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Getting from Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS) to central Puerto Princesa
Central Puerto Princesa is around 8 kilometres from Puerto Princesa International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS)
R 2,937 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Puerto Princesa International Airport. Return flights start from R 6,958. These fares can change based on availability.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to PPS. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Melbourne to Puerto Princesa International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS)
January is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne to Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS). Visit Puerto Princesa in October for a more laid-back experience.
When booking your Melbourne to PPS plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. May is the warmest month in Puerto Princesa, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Puerto Princesa International Airport in February when temperatures are between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Puerto Princesa
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Puerto Princesa International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Puerto Princesa:
Dos Palmas and Firefly Watching are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Puerto Princesa itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Tubbataha Management Office.
Explore more of the Philippines
Time for another stop? Make your way to Rio Tuba. It's roughly 193 kilometres southwest of Puerto Princesa and boasts highlights including Sto. Niño Quasi-Parish Church and Parish of Sacred Heart of Jesus.
