Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Baotou Airport (BAV): what you need to know
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Choose a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Baotou Airport. To see the options, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Nanjing Lukou International Airport is a popular stopover on the MEL to BAV route.
To find out whether you need a visa to enter China, contact your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll give you the most up-to-date details, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from MEL to BAV.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Baotou Airport (BAV)
$445 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Baotou Airport. A return flight starts from $1,266. These fares can change depending on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flight tickets from MEL to BAV if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Baotou Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Take advantage of filters to find the best journey for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Baotou Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport can be reached in about 28 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport will take roughly 42 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near MEL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Baotou Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Baotou Airport (BAV)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Baotou Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BAV instead:
Getting from Baotou Airport (BAV) to central Baotou
Baotou Airport to central Baotou is about 45 minutes in a car. It's approximately 23 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
When to fly to Baotou Airport (BAV)
June is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Baotou Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Baotou in February.
Lock in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Baotou Airport for July if you want to explore Baotou during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 34ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEL to BAV in January. Average temperatures are between -21ºC and -1ºC then.
More about Baotou
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best places to stay in Baotou right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from MEL to BAV:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Baotou Museum, 昆河里奇幻冰雪节 and 麻池古城 are attractions you won't want to skip in Baotou.
Complete your Baotou trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to Baotou Airport — now it's time to find somewhere to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Baotou.
