Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Sendai Airport (SDJ): what you need to know
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Finding a convenient stopover on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sendai Airport is simple with our handy search tool. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to view the available options. Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport is a popular stopover when journeying from MEL to SDJ.
Don't forget, you may need a visa to enter Japan. Visa regulations can differ and travel documentation requirements change frequently. Before booking your cheap ticket from MEL to SDJ, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for current information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Sendai Airport (SDJ)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sendai Airport is $451. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,200. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap flight tickets from MEL to SDJ, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sendai Airport.
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Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 28 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 42 minutes.
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Arriving at Sendai Airport (SDJ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sendai Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SDJ instead:
Getting from Sendai Airport (SDJ) to central Sendai
Sendai Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from the centre of Sendai. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Sendai Airport (SDJ)
June is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sendai Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Sendai in April.
When booking your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sendai Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Sendai, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC to 30ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MEL to SDJ in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC and 3ºC then.
More about Sendai
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Sendai right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from MEL to SDJ:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Sendai Castle, The Miyagi Museum of Art and Mitsui Outlet Park Sendai Port are major attractions which should feature on any good Sendai itinerary.
Complete your Sendai trip with hotels and a car rental
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