Flying from Melbourne to Phu Bai International Airport (HUI): What you need to know
Phu Bai International Airport is located in Hue. The city is in the UTC+7 timezone and is four hours behind Melbourne.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Melbourne to HUI.
Flying over a peak time such as December? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to visit a new place or just have a break during your travels. When searching for a cheap flight from Melbourne to HUI, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) is one option when departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Phu Bai International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
68% of flights that depart Melbourne Tullamarine Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Kick back before your Melbourne to HUI flight at a hotel close to Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can jump out of bed and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 80% of them arriving right on cue.
About Phu Bai International Airport (HUI)
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Getting from Phu Bai International Airport (HUI) to central Hue
Phu Bai International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Hue. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling by public transport takes about 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Phu Bai International Airport (HUI)
Right now, 153 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Phu Bai International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 292 €. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Melbourne to HUI if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Melbourne to Phu Bai International Airport tickets across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Lock in a cheap flight from Melbourne to Phu Bai International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Phu Bai International Airport (HUI)
January is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Phu Bai International Airport (HUI), while May is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Hue based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Melbourne to HUI plane ticket departing in June if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Hue to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Phu Bai International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Hue
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Hue right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Melbourne to Phu Bai International Airport:
Your Hue visit should come with a side of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that should be on your list include Hai Van Pass, Đại Nội and Thien Mu Pagoda.
Explore more of Vietnam
Hue has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Vietnam you should also see. About 177 kilometres southeast of Hue, a visit to Quang Ngai will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like My Lai Massacre Museum, My Lai Massacre - Son My Memorial and Tan My beach.
Hoi An is another must-experience destination in Vietnam and is around 88 kilometres southeast of Hue. No trip is complete without dropping by Phố cổ Hội An - lối vào chính, Phổ cổ Hội An and Hoi An Old Town.