Travelling from Melbourne to Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK): What you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK) departing from here.
The average duration of a direct Melbourne to Haikou Meilan International Airport flight is 9 hours 15 minutes.
Haikou Meilan International Airport is located in Haikou. The city is in the UTC+8 timezone and is three hours behind Melbourne.
The most popular route is from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK). There are 3 direct services each week. Hainan Airlines operates a 7:45pm departure between MEL and HAK.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to HAK. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as December and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Take the express route from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Nonstop flights from Melbourne to Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK) are available from here.
When departing from MEL, you can take a direct flight from Melbourne to Haikou Meilan International Airport with Hainan Airlines.
Hainan Airlines sees the most traveller bookings for flights from MEL to HAK.
Hainan Airlines ranks as the top on-time carrier on this route, with 95.24% of services arriving on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Melbourne to HAK. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular options:
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
MEL is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Melbourne to Haikou Meilan International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
Of all flights leaving Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 68% land on time at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is around 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Getting to the airport on time before your Melbourne to HAK flight is much easier when you stay close to Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel gives you a head start on the journey.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 80% of them arriving on schedule.
About Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Haikou Meilan International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near HAK instead:
The street address for HAK is Qiongwen Ave.
Getting from Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK) to central Haikou
Haikou Meilan International Airport is around 26 kilometres from central Haikou. It takes around 30 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK)
187 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Haikou Meilan International Airport. Return flights start at 350 €. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Melbourne to HAK if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your Melbourne to Haikou Meilan International Airport ticket.
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Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Melbourne to Haikou Meilan International Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when picking your flight dates. October is the quietest month to visit Haikou. December is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
When booking your Melbourne to HAK plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Haikou, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Haikou Meilan International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about Haikou
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Haikou right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Melbourne to Haikou Meilan International Airport:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Leiqiong UNESCO Global Geopark, Jinpan Night Market and Xixiu Beach are attractions you won't want to skip in Haikou.
