Travelling from Silay International Airport (BCD) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is three hours ahead of Bacolod.
Your BCD to MEL flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to check out a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Silay International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Ninoy Aquino International Airport is a popular stop between BCD and MEL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Silay International Airport (BCD) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Currently, 250 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Silay International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 732 €. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BCD to MEL if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Silay International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Silay International Airport (BCD)
Of the flights that depart from Silay International Airport, 64.96% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Bacolod to Silay International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Silay International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? Silay DennisFhin Residence and Balay 8 Suites are near BCD. They're a particularly good option if you have an early departure.
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MEL if you're on a late Silay International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Explore without limits with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and see more of Melbourne and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Silay International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Melbourne. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Silay International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport for January if you want to go to Melbourne during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BCD to MEL sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Geelong is another well-known destination in Australia and is around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. No journey is complete without a visit to Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.