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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kuching to Melbourne flights are currently cheapest in March.

Alternative Kuching to Melbourne routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Kuching to Melbourne? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Kuching to Melbourne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM1,284
Cheapest month to flyMarch

Finding cheap flights from Kuching to Melbourne: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Melbourne: Melbourne Essendon, Melbourne Tullamarine and Melbourne Avalon.
The best price we found for a return flight from Kuching to Melbourne is RM1,284. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Kuching to Melbourne. But we found flights with one or more stops from RM1,284.
As of February 2025, there are no flights flying from Kuching to Melbourne.
The cheapest month to fly from Kuching to Melbourne is usually February 2025.
If you're flying from Kuching Airport, the cheapest airport near Melbourne is Melbourne Tullamarine – which is 18.8 km away from the centre of Melbourne. We've found flights into this airport from RM1,284.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kuching Airport to Melbourne on Wednesday, 19 March 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Kuching Airport and Melbourne. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Melbourne but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Melbourne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In February, the average temperature is usually around 20°C. February is typically the warmest month in Melbourne, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Melbourne.

Travelling from Kuching International Airport (KCH) to Melbourne: what you need to know

  • Melbourne is 3 hours ahead of Kuching, where Kuching International Airport is located. Melbourne operates on the UTC+11 timezone.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from KCH to Melbourne.

  • Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to discover a new city or just have a break during your trip. When looking for a flight from KCH to Melbourne, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Changi International Airport (SIN) is a great option.

  • To visit Australia for tourism purposes, you will require an ETA if you have a passport from Malaysia. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need further documentation depending on the duration and purpose of your trip. Always check the most recent guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Kuching International Airport to Melbourne.

  • Travelling from central Kuching to KCH takes about 1 hour and 14 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 18 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Kuching International Airport to Melbourne? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near KCH:

How to find the cheapest flights from Kuching International Airport (KCH) to Melbourne

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuching International Airport to Melbourne is RM589. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM1,284. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from KCH to Melbourne, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a ticket from Kuching International Airport to Melbourne.

  • Getting a cheap ticket from KCH to Melbourne is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has fallen.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Kuching International Airport to Melbourne.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is around 28 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 42 minutes.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Kuching International Airport to Melbourne, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near MEL:

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • After your flight from Kuching International Airport to Melbourne has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 51 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is approximately 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).

  • You can also travel by public transport, which will take roughly 2 hours and 4 minutes.

  • You'll find a few welcoming places to stay within an easy drive of AVV. Get into relaxation mode at Little River Bed and Breakfast after your flight from KCH to Melbourne.

Best time to go to Melbourne

  • July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Kuching International Airport to Melbourne while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Melbourne, consider your preferred travel pace and style.

  • The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Kuching International Airport to Melbourne in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • July has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap flights from KCH to Melbourne sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

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