Travelling from Tokyo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): What you need to know
Tokyo's main base, Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT), is where many great holidays begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Tokyo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is two hours ahead of Tokyo. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located in Melbourne.
To ensure you get on your flight from Tokyo to MEL, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like March. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Tokyo to MEL leaving from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD)
HND is about 19 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Tokyo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Tokyo Haneda International Airport:
Of the departures from Tokyo Haneda International Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Think about kicking off your trip from Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT). You can book a direct Tokyo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) plane ticket from this hub.
From NRT, direct flights from Tokyo to MEL can be booked with JAL.
On the NRT to MEL route, J-Air is the top airline in terms of bookings.
Among the carriers operating flights between Tokyo Narita International Airport and Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, Qantas has the best record for on-time arrivals.
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Tokyo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Here's where you can connect between Tokyo Narita International Airport and MEL:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Cairns Airport (CNS)
You can arrive at NRT from the centre of Tokyo in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Tokyo Narita International Airport the day before your Tokyo to MEL flight:
Tokyo Narita International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that take off from this airport land on schedule.
The street address for NRT is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
About Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Tokyo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around four weeks before your Tokyo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Central Melbourne is around 19 kilometres from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Journey times by car hire or taxi will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research before you go.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
R 3,972 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. A return flight starts at R 8,870. These fares can change based on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Tokyo to MEL, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
Affordable Tokyo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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Lock in a cheap flight from Tokyo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Tokyo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding your trip dates. December is the quietest month to visit Melbourne. July is when most people book flights from Tokyo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
When booking your Tokyo to MEL plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Tokyo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in July when temperatures are between 3ºC (37ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Tokyo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Flinders Street Railway Station and Melbourne's Gardens are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Melbourne itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Melbourne Park.
Explore more of Australia
Bendigo is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Melbourne. Around 113 kilometres away to the northwest, well-known attractions include Sacred Heart Cathedral, Bendigo Botanic Gardens and Central Deborah Gold Mine.
Ballarat is another well-known destination in Australia and is around 88 kilometres west of Melbourne. No trip is complete without dropping by St Patrick's Cathedral, Ballarat Wildlife Park and Ballarat Botanical Gardens.
