Flying from Senai Airport (JHB) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Melbourne is three hours ahead of Johor Bahru and observes the UTC+11 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your JHB to MEL flight.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Senai Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between JHB and MEL:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Tan Son Nhat International Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Senai Airport (JHB) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Senai Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight is $305. A round-trip fare is currently $594. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from JHB to MEL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Senai Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from JHB to MEL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Senai Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
Handy information about Senai Airport (JHB)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Senai Airport, data shows 71.32% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Senai Airport is around 26 kilometres from central Johor Bahru. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 20 minutes when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to JHB? If you're catching an early flight from Senai Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
If you're arriving on a late Senai Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near MEL:
Grab a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and discover Melbourne and beyond with your own wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are top outlets to choose from here.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to central Melbourne has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Senai Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Melbourne. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Senai Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, think about the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JHB to MEL in July. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, Geelong is another essential stop in Australia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.