Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport is 10 hours 20 minutes.
Hangzhou's timezone is UTC+8, making Hangzhou three hours behind Melbourne.
Each week, there are five Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off early, opt for the 07:00 Beijing Capital Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 08:00 with Beijing Capital Airlines.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your MEL to HGH flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Beijing Capital Airlines is your gateway to discovering Hangzhou (and maybe even some other great corners of China!). Browse the direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport offered by this carrier.
Beijing Capital Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.
With a reliable 96.0% of services arriving as planned, Beijing Capital Airlines has the best on-time performance for MEL to HGH flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between MEL and HGH:
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport flight is ر.ق. 731. A round-trip fare is currently ر.ق. 1,256. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from MEL to HGH, book your trip six months ahead of your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
67.71% of flights that depart Melbourne Tullamarine Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Melbourne to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip on public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to MEL? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH)
If you have a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near HGH:
Pick up a Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport rental car and discover parts of Hangzhou that are off the usual tourist route. You can book your wheels with Hertz.
Reserve your ride from Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport at least a few weeks before your departure date to get the best deal. If you're planning to travel during a peak period, it's smart to book even earlier.
Getting from Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH) to central Hangzhou
The street address for HGH is 14th Rd.
Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport is roughly 31 kilometres from the centre of Hangzhou. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport is April, while April is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Hangzhou based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Hangzhou is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEL to HGH in January. Average temperatures are between -3ºC and 11ºC then.
Explore more of China
You've visited Hangzhou, now it's time to discover other parts of China. Journey around 161 kilometres north-east to Shanghai to check off its top sights. From The Bund Sightseeing Avenue to Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of China, head for Nanjing, roughly 241 kilometres north-west of Hangzhou. Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall are key highlights.
