Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport (TNA): what you need to know
The timezone in Jinan is UTC+8, which is three hours behind Melbourne.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your MEL to TNA flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like January? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MEL and TNA:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport (TNA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport flight is $636. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $1,094. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from MEL to TNA, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
67.71% of flights taking off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near MEL? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport (TNA)
Consider staying in a hotel near TNA if you have a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Venture beyond Jinan and explore places that aren't found in every travel guide with your own wheels. You can pick up a Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport rental car from Hertz.
Boost your chances of scoring the best possible rate by booking as early as you can. Reserving your ride from Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead is a smart idea.
Getting from Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport (TNA) to central Jinan
The address for TNA is Airport Rd.
From Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport, Jinan is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport (TNA)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Jinan based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport for July if you want to go to Jinan during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 35ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEL to TNA in January. Temperatures average between -8ºC and 7ºC then.
Explore more of China
You've done Jinan, now it's time to explore other parts of China. Travel around 370 kilometres north to Beijing to tick off its must-visit sights. From Forbidden City to Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in China, head for Tianjin, about 274 kilometres north of Jinan. Ancient Culture Street, Porcelain house and Haihe River are key reasons to visit.