Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Nagasaki Airport (NGS): what you need to know
Nagasaki is two hours behind Melbourne and observes the UTC+9 timezone.
To ensure you catch your MEL to NGS flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd like to check out a different city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Nagasaki Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a popular stop between MEL and NGS.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Nagasaki Airport (NGS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Nagasaki Airport flight is $741. A round-trip ticket right now is $1,720. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MEL to NGS, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Nagasaki Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across every month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
67.71% of flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Melbourne to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to MEL? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Nagasaki Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Nagasaki Airport (NGS)
Consider booking a hotel near NGS if you have a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Nagasaki Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Nagasaki Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from スカイレンタカー, Budget or バジェットレンタカー and discover more of Nagasaki and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Nagasaki Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Nagasaki Airport (NGS) to central Nagasaki
You'll find NGS at 593 Mishimamachi, Omura.
From Nagasaki Airport, Nagasaki is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Nagasaki Airport (NGS)
June is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Nagasaki Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Nagasaki in February.
Lock in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Nagasaki Airport for August if you'd like to go to Nagasaki during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 29ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEL to NGS in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC and 11ºC then.
Explore more of Japan
You've visited Nagasaki, now it's time to discover other corners of Japan. Journey around 105 kilometres north-east to Fukuoka to tick off its must-visit sights. From Fukuoka Castle to Ohori Park and Fukuoka Tower, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Hiroshima is another well-known destination in Japan and is around 306 kilometres north-east of Nagasaki. No trip is complete without experiencing Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, Hiroshima Castle and The Atomic Bomb Dome.