Flying from Nagoya to Melbourne: what you need to know
Planning your trip starts with working out where you'll leave from in Nagoya. Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Nagoya to Melbourne jetting off from here.
Touch down at Melbourne's primary gateway, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is two hours ahead of Nagoya.
Leave enough time to make your Nagoya to Melbourne flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nagoya to Melbourne
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Nagoya to Melbourne flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Nagoya to Melbourne across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Flying from Nagoya
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Nagoya to Melbourne flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Chubu Centrair International Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
NGO is around 40 kilometres from central Nagoya. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Have an early flight from Nagoya to Melbourne? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Chubu Centrair International Airport:
When it comes to Chubu Centrair International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.8% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
The address for NGO is 1丁目 県道522号線, Tokoname.
Arriving in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is approximately 19 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 30 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Nagoya to Melbourne. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Grab a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and explore Melbourne and beyond with your own wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
As soon as your flight from Nagoya to Melbourne has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is approximately 48 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire make collecting an Avalon Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from AVV three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Essendon Airport (MEB) is roughly 11 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take you about 25 minutes to reach the city centre in a cab or ride-share after your flight from Nagoya to Melbourne.
The journey will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Take the guesswork out of the next leg of your journey with an Essendon Airport rental car. East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar are some companies you can book with.
If you're looking for a specific make or model, booking early gives you a better shot at getting exactly what you want. Secure your ride from MEB at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Nagoya to Melbourne.
Best time to go to Melbourne
January is the busiest month for flights from Nagoya to Melbourne. To escape the crowds, visit Melbourne in April.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Nagoya to Melbourne ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap flights from Nagoya to Melbourne around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Melbourne
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Melbourne right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Nagoya to Melbourne:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are essential stops on your Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Melbourne, now it's time to discover other corners of Australia. Travel around 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to check off its must-visit sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, Geelong is another favourite stop in Australia. Experience major highlights starting with Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.