Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ): what you need to know
Banda Aceh is four hours behind Melbourne and follows the UTC+7 timezone.
Your MEL to BTJ flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as January, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
If you'd love to tour a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Kuala Lumpur International Airport is a sought-after stop between MEL and BTJ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ)
$324 is the best price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport flight. Return flights start from $789. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MEL to BTJ if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Of the departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Melbourne to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to MEL? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ)
Hop off your Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport flight and be sprawled out in your hotel bed shortly after. If you need a comfy option that's not too far from BTJ, check out Super OYO Capital O 1630 Hotel Syariah Ring Road.
Getting from Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ) to central Banda Aceh
Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Banda Aceh. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Banda Aceh. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport for June if you want to explore Banda Aceh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MEL to BTJ in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Indonesia
Medan is just one of the many places in Indonesia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Banda Aceh. Around 434 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Sipiso Piso Waterfall, Medan Grand Mosque and Sri Mariamman Temple Sunggal.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Indonesia, consider Percut, roughly 434 kilometres south-east of Banda Aceh. Kolam pancing mas gondrong, Tambak ikan Rumah Cinta Kita and Masjid Raya An-Nur are highlights.
