Travelling from Busuanga Airport (USU) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Melbourne is three hours ahead of Busuanga, where Busuanga Airport is located. Melbourne runs on the UTC+11 timezone.
To avoid missing your USU to Melbourne flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
USU is about 19 kilometres from central Busuanga. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your flight from Busuanga Airport to Melbourne off to a leisurely start. Just a quick drive from USU, stay at The Riverhouse and be well-rested for the journey ahead.
When it comes to Busuanga Airport's on-time performance, data shows 65.78% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Busuanga Airport (USU) to Melbourne
R 10,872 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Busuanga Airport to Melbourne flight. A return flight ticket starts at R 10,140. These fares can change based on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from USU to Melbourne. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Busuanga Airport to Melbourne ticket.
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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 get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 40 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Busuanga Airport to Melbourne, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near MEL:
Grab a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and discover Melbourne and beyond with your own wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are popular providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from USU to Melbourne.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Central Melbourne is around 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV). After your flight from Busuanga Airport to Melbourne has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 50 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
Unpack and relax not long after your USU to Melbourne flight at Corio Bay Motel. This comfy accommodation option is an easy drive from AVV.
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with an Avalon Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental or yesaway car hire and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at AVV will help you save.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Step off your flight from Busuanga Airport to Melbourne and head straight for your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. The centre of Melbourne is around 19 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and typically takes 25 minutes to reach by car.
The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
If you don't want to make your way into the centre, find a hotel close to MEB. Check in to one of these options after your USU to Melbourne flight:
Begin your trip without stressing over how to arrive at your destination with an Essendon Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from reliable companies here like East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Busuanga Airport to Melbourne is always a good idea. In addition to better deals, you'll be able to choose the vehicle make and model you prefer at MEB.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Plan your trip to Melbourne during peak season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Busuanga Airport to Melbourne in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Before locking in your Busuanga Airport to Melbourne plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from USU to Melbourne around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Busuanga Airport to Melbourne, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are attractions you won't want to skip in Melbourne.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Melbourne, now it's time to explore other parts of Australia. Journey about 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to check off its top sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne, Launceston is another essential stop in Australia. Experience major highlights starting with City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.
