Travelling from Melbourne to Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC): What you need to know
Port Harcourt International Airport is located in Port Harcourt. The city follows the UTC+1 timezone and is ten hours behind Melbourne.
To ensure you get on your flight from Melbourne to PHC, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a popular month like December? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Port Harcourt International Airport, these stays will put you a quick hop from check-in:
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can reach AVV from central Melbourne in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not book an extra night away at a hotel close to Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to PHC flight, treat yourself to a stay at Corio Bay Motel.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 80% of them touching down as planned.
About Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC)
Once your flight from Melbourne to Port Harcourt International Airport has touched down, unwind and relax at a hotel close by. Charleson Luxury Hotel is a good option that's an easy drive from PHC.
Getting from Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC) to central Port Harcourt
Central Port Harcourt is around 40 kilometres from Port Harcourt International Airport and takes about 50 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC)
Currently, 4.015 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Port Harcourt International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 1.488 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Melbourne to PHC, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to Port Harcourt International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC)
December is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC). Visit Port Harcourt in May if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in Port Harcourt is January, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your Melbourne to PHC plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
August has temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Port Harcourt International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Port Harcourt
Start your Port Harcourt trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Melbourne to Port Harcourt International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. St. Paul's Anglican Cathedral, Diobu, Port Harcourt, Sand City Beach and Delight Zone Amusement Park are major attractions which should feature on any good Port Harcourt itinerary.
Explore more of Nigeria
Benin City is just one of the many cities in Nigeria waiting to be explored after you've seen Port Harcourt. Around 209 kilometres away to the northwest, its top attractions include Benin National Museum, Okomu National Park and botanical garden.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Nigeria, consider Enugu, about 177 kilometres north of Port Harcourt. Nike Lake, Crush Rock Ishiagu and Ngwo Cave are highlights.
