Travelling from Melbourne to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ): What you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Melbourne to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ).
Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport is located in Banda Aceh. The city is in the UTC+7 timezone and is four hours behind Melbourne.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Melbourne to BTJ.
Taking off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Whether you're eager to discover a new city on the way or just have a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Melbourne to BTJ.
MEL is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
67.71% of flights that leave from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
With public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in about 2 hours 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 50 minutes.
Unwind before your Melbourne to BTJ flight at a hotel close to Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can wake up and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
Avalon Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 80.09% of flights taking off from here arrive right when they're supposed to.
About Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ)
Once your flight from Melbourne to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport has touched down, relax at a hotel close by. Super OYO Capital O 1630 Hotel Syariah Ring Road is a good option that's an easy drive from BTJ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport is 267 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 718 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Melbourne to BTJ, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Melbourne to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport tickets across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ)
August is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ). Plan your visit to Banda Aceh in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Before locking in your Melbourne to BTJ plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. June is the warmest month in Banda Aceh, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport in January when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Banda Aceh
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Banda Aceh:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Aceh Tsunami Museum, Baiturrahim Mosque and Pantai Ulee Lheue are highlights which should be on any good Banda Aceh itinerary.
Explore more of Indonesia
Banda Aceh has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Indonesia waiting to be discovered. About 177 kilometres south-east of Banda Aceh, a trip to Meulaboh will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Tugu Tsunami Gampong Pasir, Varia Baru Aquarium and PEUNAGA BEACH.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Indonesia, head for Bireun, about 145 kilometres east of Banda Aceh. Sulthan Jeumpa Great Mosque, Rumoh Aceh Cot Trieng and Pantai Krueng Juli Barat are among its highlights.
