Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Kasane Airport (BBK): what you need to know
The timezone in Kasane is UTC+2, which is nine hours behind Melbourne.
To ensure you get on your MEL to BBK flight, allow 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 travel rule.
During popular months such as January, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Kasane Airport (BBK)
1.081 € is the best price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kasane Airport flight. Return flights start at 1.698 €. These prices can change depending on availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MEL to BBK, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kasane Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from MEL to BBK.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kasane Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Of all flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% land on schedule at their destination.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near MEL? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kasane Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Kasane Airport (BBK)
Reserve a hotel near BBK if you're catching a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kasane Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Kasane Airport rental car and explore Kasane and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Europcar and Budget are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Kasane Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Kasane Airport (BBK) to central Kasane
Kasane Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from the centre of Kasane. The drive time takes about 5 minutes.
When to fly to Kasane Airport (BBK)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kasane Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Kasane based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Kasane is October, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Book your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kasane Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
July has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MEL to BBK around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Botswana
Francistown is just one of the many places in Botswana waiting to be explored after you've experienced Kasane. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Supa Ngwao Museum, Chishtiya Masjid Ahle Sunnat Waljamat and Nyangabwe Hill.
Around 306 kilometres south-west of Kasane, Maun is another essential stop in Botswana. Experience major highlights starting with Nhabe Museum, Helicopter Horizons and African Guide Academy.
