Travelling from Melbourne to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG): What you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) jetting off from here.
9 hours 25 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Melbourne to Hong Kong International Airport flight.
Hong Kong is three hours behind Melbourne. Hong Kong International Airport is located in Hong Kong, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
Pick from 30 direct services each week between Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) and Hong Kong International Airport (HKG). This is the most popular route when departing from Melbourne.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to HKG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
You can jump on a direct flight from Melbourne to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
At MEL, you'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Melbourne to Hong Kong International Airport, including:
The top choice among passengers flying between MEL and HKG is Cathay Pacific.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals rate on this route is Cathay Pacific.
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Melbourne to HKG that include a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between MEL and HKG include:
Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD)
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
MEL is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Melbourne to Hong Kong International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these stays near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
63% of flights that depart Melbourne Tullamarine Airport reach their destination on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Fit a stopover into your itinerary at Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Melbourne to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) out of Avalon Airport.
You can reach AVV from the centre of Melbourne in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
It's your holiday, so why not book another night away at a hotel near Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to HKG flight, check yourself in to Corio Bay Motel.
Avalon Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
About Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Have a late flight from Melbourne to Hong Kong International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near HKG and get cosy, quick:
HKG is located at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
Getting from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to central Hong Kong
Hong Kong International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Hong Kong. It takes around 35 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
At the moment, 196 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Hong Kong International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 394 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book nine months before travelling. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Melbourne to HKG.
February is when you're most likely to land a fantastic deal on a Melbourne to Hong Kong International Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Melbourne to Hong Kong International Airport.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
November is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG), while February is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Hong Kong based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Hong Kong is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Melbourne to HKG plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Hong Kong International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Hong Kong
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Hong Kong right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Hong Kong International Airport:
Your Hong Kong trip wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Attractions that belong on your itinerary include Hong Kong Island, Victoria Harbour and Victoria Peak.
Explore more of China
You've done Hong Kong, now it's time to explore more of China. Journey around 113 kilometres northwest to Guangzhou to check off its leading sights. From Canton Tower to Baiyun Mountain and Yuyuan Garden, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Shantou is another essential stop in China and is around 306 kilometres northeast of Hong Kong. No journey is complete without seeing Beishan Bay, Longhu Beach Tourist Resort and Lveniaowei Mountain.