Travelling from Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, making Melbourne two hours ahead of Busan.
Your PUS to MEL flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Gimhae International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between PUS and MEL:
Incheon International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
Narita International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
$445 is the best price for a one-way Gimhae International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. A return flight starts at $1,041. These fares may change depending on demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from PUS to MEL, book early. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your flight from Gimhae International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
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Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Gimhae International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
Handy information about Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
Of all flights leaving Gimhae International Airport, 78.19% arrive on time at their destination.
The journey from central Busan to Gimhae International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Look up Google Maps for the best route, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.
Expect a journey time of about 45 minutes when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to PUS? If you're catching an early flight from Gimhae International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Reserve a hotel near MEL if you're taking a late Gimhae International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and explore Melbourne and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to the centre of Melbourne has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Gimhae International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Melbourne based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Gimhae International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 13ºC. Search for cheap tickets from PUS to MEL around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Australia just waiting to be discovered. Around 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a trip to Canberra will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, Geelong is another essential stop in Australia. Experience major highlights starting with Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.