Travelling from Minangkabau International Airport (PDG) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Melbourne is 4 hours ahead of Padang, where Minangkabau International Airport is located. Melbourne operates on the UTC+11 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from PDG to Melbourne.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Whether you'd prefer to visit a new city on the way or just have a break, we make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To check out your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is a stop you can make during your flight from PDG to Melbourne.
If you hold a passport from Indonesia, you will need an e-visa to enter Australia. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Minangkabau International Airport to Melbourne for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you book and certainly before you fly.
PDG is about 23 kilometres from central Padang. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 4 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Minangkabau International Airport to Melbourne? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to PDG:
How to find the cheapest flights from Minangkabau International Airport (PDG) to Melbourne
RM571 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Minangkabau International Airport to Melbourne. A return flight starts from RM1,676. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from PDG to Melbourne. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap tickets from Minangkabau International Airport to Melbourne is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Check out the 'Whole month' tool to show the best prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 28 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 42 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to MEL if you're taking a late flight from Minangkabau International Airport to Melbourne. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. Following your flight from Minangkabau International Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 51 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 2 hours and 4 minutes.
Little River Bed and Breakfast is a comfortable accommodation option within an easy drive of AVV. Drop your bags here after your flight from PDG to Melbourne and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to enjoy some uninterrupted rest.
Best time to go to Melbourne
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Minangkabau International Airport to Melbourne. July is the busiest month to visit Melbourne. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Minangkabau International Airport to Melbourne for January to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 29ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from PDG to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 13ºC.
More about Melbourne
After locking in your flight from Minangkabau International Airport to Melbourne, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Melbourne:
Federation Square and National Gallery of Victoria are just two of the big attractions to put on your Melbourne must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Eureka Skydeck 88.
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