Flying from Melbourne to Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU): 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 airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU) jetting off from here.
Fua'amotu International Airport is located in Tongatapu. The city operates in the UTC+13 timezone and is 2 hours ahead of Melbourne.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Melbourne to TBU.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing flights from Melbourne to TBU leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Auckland Airport (AKL)
Nadi International Airport (NAN)
MEL is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will give you the fastest route and available public transport options.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Fua'amotu International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
About Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU)
Hop off your flight from Melbourne to Fua'amotu International Airport and be relaxing in your hotel bed soon after. If you're looking for a convenient option a quick drive from TBU, stay at ALOFT Airport Accommodation.
Getting from Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU) to central Tongatapu
Fua'amotu International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Tongatapu. The time it takes to get there by car rental or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU)
R 4,430 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Fua'amotu International Airport. Return flights start from R 9,515. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from Melbourne to TBU, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap tickets from Melbourne to Fua'amotu International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a deal you can't miss. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you from searching for cheap tickets from Melbourne to TBU every day.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Melbourne to Fua'amotu International Airport.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU)
February is the quietest time of year to fly to Tongatapu. Alternatively, join the crowds and get away in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne to Fua'amotu International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Schedule your flight from Melbourne to TBU for February if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tongatapu to range from 24ºC to 28ºC.
August sees average temperatures of between 18ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap flights from Melbourne to Fua'amotu International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Tongatapu
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Fua'amotu International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tongatapu:
Paepae o Tele'an and The Cliffs Overlook are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Tongatapu to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Anahulu Cave - The Underground Swimming Pool.
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