Travelling from Melbourne to Bicol International Airport (DRP): What you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where many great holidays begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Melbourne to Bicol International Airport (DRP).
Legaspi Port is three hours behind Melbourne. Bicol International Airport is located in Legaspi Port, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
Your flight from Melbourne to DRP won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During peak travel periods, expect longer queues and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Whether you want to discover a new place on the way or just take a break, we make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To compare your options taking off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Melbourne to DRP.
Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Bicol International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
67.71% of flights taking off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is around 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes.
Getting to the airport on time before your Melbourne to DRP flight is a lot easier when you stay near Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel gives you a head start on the journey.
Avalon Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 80.09% of flights departing here make it to their final destination as planned.
About Bicol International Airport (DRP)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Bicol International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DRP instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Bicol International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz to explore Legaspi Port and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride around three weeks in advance of your Melbourne to Bicol International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Bicol International Airport (DRP)
207 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Bicol International Airport. A return flight starts at 666 €. These fares can change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Melbourne to DRP, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Melbourne to Bicol International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Melbourne to DRP is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Uncover a great deal on a flight from Melbourne to Bicol International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Bicol International Airport (DRP)
February is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Bicol International Airport (DRP), while July is the busiest. Work out the best time to go to Legaspi Port based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Legaspi Port is May, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your Melbourne to DRP plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Bicol International Airport in February when temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Legaspi Port
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Bicol International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Legaspi Port:
Your visit to Legaspi Port should come with a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions you can't miss include Rizal Park, OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE and Arimbay Beach Resort.
Explore more of the Philippines
Iloilo is just one of the many places in the Philippines waiting to be explored once you've seen Legaspi Port. Around 290 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Sunflower Garden, Molo Church and Iloilo Instagramma Walls.
Tacloban is another well-known destination in the Philippines and is around 241 kilometres south-east of Legaspi Port. No journey is complete without experiencing San Juanico Bridge, Sto. Nino Church and Baywalk.
