Travelling from Osaka to Melbourne: what you need to know
Osaka's main base, Kansai International Airport (KIX), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Osaka to Melbourne.
Touch down at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), the major arrival point in Melbourne.
To ensure you get on your flight from Osaka to Melbourne, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as June and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
To visit Australia for tourism purposes, you will need an ETA if you have a passport from Japan. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need further documentation depending on the length and purpose of your trip. Always check the most recent guidelines before reserving your cheap flight from Osaka to Melbourne.
Flying from Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing flights from Osaka to Melbourne departing from Kansai International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
To reach KIX from central Osaka, it'll take around 44 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Kansai International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Osaka to Melbourne, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 28 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 42 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Osaka to Melbourne. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is around 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. After your flight from Osaka to Melbourne, allow for a drive time of approximately 51 minutes to reach the heart of the city.
You can expect the journey to take approximately 2 hours and 4 minutes on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Melbourne
$326 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Melbourne. A return flight starts from $637. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from Osaka to Melbourne if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Osaka to Melbourne across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Best time to go to Melbourne
April is the quietest month for flights from Osaka to Melbourne, while July is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit Melbourne based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Osaka to Melbourne in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Osaka to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 13ºC.
More about Melbourne
After booking your flight from Osaka to Melbourne, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Melbourne:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Melbourne itinerary.
Complete your Melbourne trip with a car rental
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