Travelling from Melbourne to Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport (TNA): What you need to know
Jinan is three hours behind Melbourne. Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport is located in Jinan, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Melbourne to TNA, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as December? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Melbourne to TNA with a stopover. To explore your options departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between MEL and TNA include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD)
MEL is about 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 the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of the flights that depart from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 68% land on time at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Consider adding a stopover to your journey at Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD). It's a key transfer point for flights from Melbourne to Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport (TNA) out of Avalon Airport.
AVV is around 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take 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.
It's your holiday, so why not spend another night away at a hotel close to Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to TNA flight, treat yourself to a stay at Corio Bay Motel.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 80% of them arriving as planned.
About Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport (TNA)
If you have a late flight from Melbourne to Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near TNA:
The address for TNA is Airport Rd.
Getting from Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport (TNA) to central Jinan
From Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport, central Jinan is around 32 kilometres away. It takes about 35 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport (TNA)
286 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport. Return flights start from 489 €. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Melbourne to TNA if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Melbourne to Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport tickets across each month. It's an easy 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 Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport (TNA)
July is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport (TNA). Plan your visit to Jinan in October if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Before locking in your Melbourne to TNA plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Jinan, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport in January when temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Jinan
Start your Jinan trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Melbourne to Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Huashan Scenic Area, Furong Ancient Street and Ancient Spring are highlights which should be on any well-planned Jinan itinerary.
Explore more of China
Jinan has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of China waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres north of Jinan, a visit to Tianjin will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Haihe River, Tianyan Square and China Ancient Castle.
Qingdao is another well-known destination in China and is around 290 kilometres east of Jinan. No journey is complete without seeing Qingdao Seashore Scenic Area, Damai Island and Qingdao Olympic Sailing Centre.