Travelling from Melbourne to Minangkabau International Airport (PDG): what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Minangkabau International Airport (PDG) leaving from here.
Padang is 4 hours behind Melbourne. Minangkabau International Airport is located in Padang, which operates on the UTC+7 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to PDG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Whether you want to visit a new city along the way or just take a break, we make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is a stop you can make on your flight from Melbourne to PDG.
The distance from central Melbourne to MEL is about 24 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the quickest route, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
After a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Melbourne to Minangkabau International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
About Minangkabau International Airport (PDG)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Minangkabau International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near PDG:
Getting from Minangkabau International Airport (PDG) to central Padang
From Minangkabau International Airport, Padang is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 4 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Minangkabau International Airport (PDG)
For a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Minangkabau International Airport, 149 € is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip starting from 244 €. These are currently the lowest fares but are subject to change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from Melbourne to PDG, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Melbourne to Minangkabau International Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Minangkabau International Airport (PDG)
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Melbourne to Minangkabau International Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Padang, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Padang. The warmest month is May. Lock in your flights from Melbourne to PDG during then and you can expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 29ºC.
Visit in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between 20ºC and 28ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Melbourne to Minangkabau International Airport.
More about Padang
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Padang right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Minangkabau International Airport:
One of the best ways to get to know Padang is to check out its popular attractions. Highlights include Padang Beach, Siti Nurbaya Bridge and Jalan Baru Teluk Bayur Pantai Air Manis.
Complete your Padang trip with a car rental
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