Travelling from Palonegro International Airport (BGA) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Palonegro International Airport is located in Bucaramanga. Following the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is 16 hours ahead of Bucaramanga.
Leave enough time to catch your BGA to Melbourne flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
BGA is around 6 kilometres from central Bucaramanga. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a hotel near BGA? If you're boarding an early flight from Palonegro International Airport to Melbourne, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to Palonegro International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 64.49% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Palonegro International Airport (BGA) to Melbourne
$3,170 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Palonegro International Airport to Melbourne flight. A return ticket right now is $4,039. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from BGA to Melbourne, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near MEL if you're coming in on a late flight from Palonegro International Airport to Melbourne. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Pick up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and discover Melbourne and beyond with your own wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from BGA to Melbourne can help you get the best possible rate.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is about 56 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. Once you've disembarked your flight from Palonegro International Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Public transport will get you there in about 2 hours 5 minutes.
Unpack your bags not long after your BGA to Melbourne flight at Corio Bay Motel. This comfy accommodation option is a short drive from AVV.
Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire make picking up an Avalon Airport rental car easy and quick. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from AVV three weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Essendon Airport (MEB) is around 19 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take you about 25 minutes to get to the city centre in a taxi or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Palonegro International Airport to Melbourne.
The journey takes around 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport.
If you don't want to make your way to the centre, find a hotel near MEB. Check in to one of these stays after your BGA to Melbourne flight:
Whether you're searching for a mini for a solo trip or a roomy SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the perfect Essendon Airport rental car for your needs. Explore the types of wheels available here from suppliers such as East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
If you're hoping for a particular model or make, booking early gives you a better shot at snagging what you want. Secure your ride from MEB a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Palonegro International Airport to Melbourne.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Plan your trip to Melbourne during high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Palonegro International Airport to Melbourne in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Book a Palonegro International Airport to Melbourne flight ticket with a departure in January if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from BGA to Melbourne in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 13ºC on average.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Palonegro International Airport to Melbourne, explore our range of hotels including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are must-do's during your Melbourne adventure.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Melbourne, now it's time to explore more of Australia. Travel around 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, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're ready to explore another side of Australia, consider Launceston, roughly 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience are key reasons to visit.