Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Fukuoka Airport (FUK): what you need to know
Fukuoka's timezone is UTC+9, making Fukuoka two hours behind Melbourne.
To ensure you get on your MEL to FUK flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month such as January? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Fukuoka Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MEL and FUK:
Narita International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
Currently, 228 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Fukuoka Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 437 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MEL to FUK if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Fukuoka Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from MEL to FUK.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Fukuoka Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Of the flights that depart 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 get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near MEL? If you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Fukuoka Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
Reserve a hotel near FUK if you have a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Fukuoka Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Fukuoka Airport rental car and discover Fukuoka and beyond with your own wheels. JDM Rent a car, Suzuki Rental Car and HM Rent-a-Car are leading providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Fukuoka Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to central Fukuoka
You'll find FUK at 348 Kamiusui, Hakata Ward.
From Fukuoka Airport, Fukuoka is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Fukuoka Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Fukuoka based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Fukuoka Airport for August if you want to go to Fukuoka during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MEL to FUK sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be explored after you've experienced Fukuoka. Around 483 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Japan, head for Kobe, about 451 kilometres east of Fukuoka. Kobe Seabus Fantasy, Keikoin and Kagawa Prefecture Fisheries Cooperative Federation Osaka Branch Sales Division are among its highlights.