Flying from Juanda International Airport (SUB) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Juanda International Airport is located in Surabaya. Based in the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is four hours ahead of Surabaya.
Leave plenty of time to catch your SUB to Melbourne flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from SUB to Melbourne, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
To reach SUB from central Surabaya, it takes about 40 minutes if you're going by car. It's roughly 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a hotel close to SUB? If you're boarding an early flight from Juanda International Airport to Melbourne, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of the flights that depart from Juanda International Airport, 72.71% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Juanda International Airport (SUB) to Melbourne
R 2,337 is currently the best price for a one-way Juanda International Airport to Melbourne flight. A return flight ticket starts from R 5,310. These prices may change depending on demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from SUB to Melbourne. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Landing cheap tickets from Juanda International Airport to Melbourne is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest prices across the month and land a fantastic deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an extra saving on cheap flights from SUB to Melbourne.
Find an affordable flight from Juanda International Airport to Melbourne with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The distance from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is roughly 24 kilometres. It'll take you about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to MEL if you have a late flight from Juanda International Airport to Melbourne. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt to explore Melbourne and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from SUB to Melbourne can help you get the best possible rate.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
After your flight from Juanda International Airport to Melbourne has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is roughly 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
There are some fantastic places to lay your head just a short drive from AVV. Ease into relaxation mode at Corio Bay Motel after your SUB to Melbourne flight.
Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire make collecting an Avalon Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from AVV three weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Essendon Airport (MEB) is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. It'll take you about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by ride-share or cab once you've hopped off your flight from Juanda International Airport to Melbourne.
If you go by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your break by staying at a hotel near MEB after your SUB to Melbourne flight. Recover from a day of travel or simply take a moment to get your footing in a new city at:
Begin your trip without worrying about how to get to your destination with an Essendon Airport rental car. Book your wheels with trusted suppliers here like East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
Booking at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Juanda International Airport to Melbourne is always smart. Along with more affordable prices, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at MEB.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Before you book your flights from Juanda International Airport to Melbourne, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Melbourne offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Juanda International Airport to Melbourne flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from SUB to Melbourne around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
After booking your flight from Juanda International Airport to Melbourne, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Melbourne:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored after you've seen Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Around 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne, Launceston is another favourite stop in Australia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.