Flying from Melbourne to Gimhae International Airport (PUS): what you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Gimhae International Airport (PUS) jetting off from here.
Gimhae International Airport is located in Busan. The city operates in the UTC+9 timezone and is 2 hours behind Melbourne.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Melbourne to PUS. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing flights from Melbourne to PUS leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
From central Melbourne, MEL is approximately 24 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Gimhae International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
About Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
Book a hotel close to PUS if you have a late flight from Melbourne to Gimhae International Airport. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to central Busan
Central Busan is roughly 11 kilometres from Gimhae International Airport. Journey times by car rental or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research before your trip.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 43 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
R 4,610 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Gimhae International Airport. Return flights start from R 7,971. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from Melbourne to PUS, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Melbourne to Gimhae International Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Finding a cheap ticket from Melbourne to PUS is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price drops.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Melbourne to Gimhae International Airport.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
August is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne to Gimhae International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head for Busan in April when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Busan is August, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Melbourne to PUS in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from Melbourne to Gimhae International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Busan
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Busan right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Melbourne to Gimhae International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple are leading attractions which should be on every Busan itinerary.
Complete your Busan trip with a car rental
Exit all those tabs and let us do the hard work for you. We can also help you find deals on car rentals in Busan once you've booked your cheap flight from Melbourne to Gimhae International Airport. Easily compare prices all in one place and drive off with the perfect rental for less.