Flying from Melbourne to Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (SWA): What you need to know
Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport is located in Shantou. The city runs on the UTC+8 timezone and is three hours behind Melbourne.
To ensure you catch your flight from Melbourne to SWA, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a popular month such as December? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Melbourne to SWA leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne to Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
68% of flights that leave from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport reach their destination on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can get to AVV from central Melbourne in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Kick back before your Melbourne to SWA flight at a hotel close to Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can wake up and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
The majority of flights that depart Avalon Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 80%.
About Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (SWA)
Consider staying in a hotel near SWA if you're catching a late flight from Melbourne to Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
Getting from Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (SWA) to central Shantou
The centre of Shantou is about 11 kilometres from Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport. Travel times by car hire or taxi will vary depending on time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (SWA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport is 186 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 380 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from Melbourne to SWA, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Melbourne to Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (SWA)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne to Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (SWA). January is the peak month for travel to Shantou. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in April.
When booking your Melbourne to SWA plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Shantou, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Shantou
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Shantou right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport:
Your trip to Shantou won't be complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions that belong on your itinerary include Shantou Old Town, Beishan Bay and Longhu Beach Tourist Resort.
Explore more of China
Shantou has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of China you'll want to see. About 290 kilometres west of Shantou, a visit to Shenzhen will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Huangshan Mountain, The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes.
Around 290 kilometres southwest of Shantou, Hong Kong is another favourite stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with Hong Kong Island, Victoria Harbour and Victoria Peak.
