Flying from Melbourne to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport (PLM): What you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Melbourne to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport (PLM).
The timezone in Palembang is UTC+7, which is four hours behind Melbourne. Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport is located in Palembang.
Your flight from Melbourne to PLM won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Melbourne to PLM even cheaper with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to explore which cities could make a good pit stop. Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is an option when taking off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
MEL is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% land on schedule at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can arrive at AVV from the centre of Melbourne in approximately 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Relax before your Melbourne to PLM flight at a hotel near Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can wake up and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
Avalon Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 80.09% of flights taking off from here make it to their final destination as planned.
About Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport (PLM)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near PLM:
Go beyond Palembang and discover places that don't always get the spotlight with your own wheels. You can pick up a Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport rental car from TRAC Astra Rent A Car.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around one week before your Melbourne to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport flight.
Getting from Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport (PLM) to central Palembang
Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Palembang. How long it takes to get to the centre in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
Travelling by public transport takes about 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport (PLM)
$1,049 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport. A return flight starts from $1,804. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Melbourne to PLM. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Melbourne to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport (PLM)
July is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport (PLM). Visit Palembang in February for a more laid-back experience.
Before locking in your Melbourne to PLM flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. September is the warmest month in Palembang, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 36ºC.
July has temperatures of between 22ºC and 33ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Palembang
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Palembang:
Taman Bunga Celosia Springhill and Ampera Bridge are just two of the big attractions to put on your Palembang must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Masjid Al-Jannah.
Explore more of Indonesia
Bandar Lampung is just one of the many cities in Indonesia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Palembang. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Way Kambas National Park, Pantai Srengsem KAI and Krakatau Monument.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Indonesia, consider Bengkulu, roughly 290 kilometres west of Palembang. Tugu Pers Bengkulu, Pantai Malabero and Monumen perjuangan are key highlights.
