Flying from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
10 hours 43 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Tianfu International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Melbourne is 3 hours ahead of Chengdu and is in the UTC+11 timezone.
Flights from Tianfu International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport start at 01:40 — the earliest with Sichuan Airlines. The last flight of the day is the 21:20 service with Sichuan Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 12 weekly services from TFU to MEL.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter Australia. Visa regulations vary and travel documentation requirements frequently change. Before organising your cheap ticket from TFU to MEL, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for current information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
RM680 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Tianfu International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Return flights start at RM1,473. These prices can change based on availability.
Book 9 months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from TFU to MEL.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Tianfu International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Handy information about Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Central Chengdu to Tianfu International Airport is around 72 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour and 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Taking an early flight from Tianfu International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near TFU:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MEL if you're taking a late flight from Tianfu International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 28 minutes.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 42 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Tianfu International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Melbourne based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Tianfu International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from TFU to MEL in July. Temperatures average between 4ºC and 13ºC then.
More about Melbourne
After booking your flights from TFU to MEL, you'll want to find a hotel in Melbourne. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this top destination:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are must-visits when exploring Melbourne.
Complete your Melbourne trip with hotels and a car rental
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