Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Amritsar Airport (ATQ): what you need to know
The timezone in Amritsar is UTC+5:30, which is five hours 30 minutes behind Melbourne.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your MEL to ATQ flight.
Flying during a peak month such as December? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Amritsar Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MEL and ATQ:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Amritsar Airport (ATQ)
At the moment, $355 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Amritsar Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $733. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MEL to ATQ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Amritsar Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MEL to ATQ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Amritsar Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Of the departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 63% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near MEL? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Amritsar Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Amritsar Airport (ATQ)
If you're arriving on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Amritsar Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near ATQ:
When to fly to Amritsar Airport (ATQ)
February is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Amritsar Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Amritsar in August.
When reserving your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Amritsar Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Amritsar, with the temperature ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 45ºC (113ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MEL to ATQ in January. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of India
You've visited Amritsar, now it's time to explore other corners of India. Journey around 402 kilometres south-east to Delhi to check off its leading sights. From Akshardham Park to Gurudwara Temple and Shahi Masjid, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 121 kilometres south-east of Amritsar, Ludhiana is another essential stop in India. Start your sightseeing at Iskcon Ludhiana, Gurdwara Dukh Niwaran Sahib Ludhiana and ISKCON, Sri Sri Radha Gopinath Temple.