Flying from Melbourne to Laguindingan International Airport (CGY): What you need to know
Laguindingan International Airport is located in Cagayan De Oro. The city follows the UTC+8 timezone and is three hours behind Melbourne.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Melbourne to CGY.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like December and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Stopovers offer a great opportunity to discover a new city or just take a break during your travels. When searching for a cheap flight from Melbourne to CGY, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) is an option when leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Laguindingan International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, data shows 68% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
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Flights from Avalon Airport are known for their punctuality, with 80% of them touching down on schedule.
About Laguindingan International Airport (CGY)
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For the lowest price, book your ride around four weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Laguindingan International Airport flight.
Getting from Laguindingan International Airport (CGY) to central Cagayan De Oro
Laguindingan International Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Cagayan De Oro. It takes around 50 minutes or so to drive to the city.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Laguindingan International Airport (CGY)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Laguindingan International Airport is 322 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 494 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to CGY. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to Laguindingan International Airport tickets across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Laguindingan International Airport (CGY)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Melbourne to Laguindingan International Airport (CGY). January is when most people visit Cagayan De Oro. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in October.
When booking your Melbourne to CGY plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. May is the warmest month in Cagayan De Oro, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Laguindingan International Airport in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Cagayan De Oro
Flight from Melbourne to Laguindingan International Airport? Booked. Somewhere to stay in Cagayan De Oro? Let us help with that too. MilGees Holiday House is your next stop after touchdown.
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Macahambus Cave, Macahambus Adventure Park and Cagayan de Oro Eco Park are must-visits when exploring Cagayan De Oro.
Explore more of the Philippines
If you're looking to explore another great destination in the Philippines, head for Davao, about 209 kilometres southeast of Cagayan De Oro. San Pedro Cathedral in Davao, Epol Falls and Lantaw Davao are among its highlights.