Travelling from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is 8 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is three hours ahead of Manila.
You can choose from 64 weekly Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flights. The 12:55 departure with Cebu Pacific Air is the earliest flight you can take. Philippine Airlines operates the last service of the day at 20:30.
Leave plenty of time to make your MNL to MEL flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Cebu Pacific Air is your ticket to exploring Melbourne (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Australia!). Check out the direct flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport offered by this carrier.
Cebu Pacific Air is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Among carriers operating MNL to MEL flights, Cebu Pacific Air has the best track record for timely arrivals.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between MNL and MEL:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Brisbane Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight is ₹ 7,183. A round-trip ticket right now is ₹ 17,750. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from MNL to MEL.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MNL to MEL.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Of the flights that depart from Ninoy Aquino International Airport, 70.07% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Ninoy Aquino International Airport from central Manila, it takes about 35 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near MNL? If you're catching an early flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Consider booking a hotel near MEL if you're on a late Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and chase adventure across Melbourne and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
It'll take around 40 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
January is the busiest month for flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Melbourne in April.
Lock in your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport for January if you'd like to explore Melbourne during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MNL to MEL in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 13ºC on average.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Melbourne, now it's time to explore other parts of Australia. Travel about 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to tick off its must-visit sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Australia, consider Geelong, roughly 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre are highlights.
