Travelling from Melbourne to Haneda Airport (HND): What you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where new adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Melbourne to Haneda Airport (HND).
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9, which is two hours behind Melbourne. Haneda Airport is located in Tokyo.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Melbourne to HND. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Melbourne to HND. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Cairns Airport (CNS)
Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Haneda Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.71% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Break up your flight from Melbourne to Haneda Airport with a stop at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD). One of the main stopovers between Avalon Airport and HND, it's a great opportunity to relax before the next leg of your journey.
You can get to AVV from central Melbourne in approximately 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
It's holiday time, so why not spend an extra night away at a hotel close to Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to HND flight, lay your head at Corio Bay Motel.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 80.09% of them landing as planned.
About Haneda Airport (HND)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Haneda Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Haneda Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and explore beyond Tokyo's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Haneda Airport flight.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Haneda Airport (HND)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Haneda Airport is $375. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $626. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to HND. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Cheap Melbourne to Haneda Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Haneda Airport (HND)
February is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Haneda Airport (HND), while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Tokyo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Melbourne to HND flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 29ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Haneda Airport in February when temperatures are between 15ºC and 20ºC.
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Melbourne to Haneda Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Your trip to Tokyo should come with a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that are worth your time include Tokyo Skytree, Tokyo Station and Fushimi Inari Daimyojin.
Explore more of Japan
You've done Tokyo, now it's time to explore other corners of Japan. Journey about 257 kilometres west to Nagoya to check off its popular sights. From Nagoya Castle to Sakura Park and Atsuta Shrine, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 145 kilometres south-west of Tokyo, Shizuoka is another essential stop in Japan. Start your sightseeing at Kiyomizu-dera, Japanese Garden and Uomachi Inari Shrine.