Flying from Melbourne to Handan Airport (HDG): What you need to know
The timezone in Handan is UTC+8, which is three hours behind Melbourne. Handan Airport is located in Handan.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Melbourne to HDG.
Popular months like December or other peak seasons mean longer queues and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Melbourne to HDG. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these airports:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
The journey from central Melbourne to MEL takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Handan Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
Of all flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 68% land on schedule at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can reach AVV from the centre of Melbourne in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away at a hotel near Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to HDG flight, drop your bags at Corio Bay Motel.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 80% of them touching down on schedule.
About Handan Airport (HDG)
After your flight from Melbourne to Handan Airport has landed, kick back at a nearby hotel. Wyndham Handan Congtai is a great option that's not too far from HDG.
HDG is located at Airport Rd..
Getting from Handan Airport (HDG) to central Handan
Handan Airport is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Handan. It takes around 35 minutes or so to drive to the city.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Handan Airport (HDG)
$578 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Handan Airport. Return flights start from $2,073. These fares can change based on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Melbourne to HDG, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Handan Airport (HDG)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Melbourne to Handan Airport (HDG). October is the busiest month to travel to Handan. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in June.
Book a Melbourne to HDG plane ticket departing in June if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Handan to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Handan Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Handan
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Handan right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Handan Airport:
Your visit to Handan won't be complete without checking out the sights. Highlights you won't want to miss include Congtai Park, Handan Ocean Park and Bamboo Garden.
Explore more of China
Handan has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of China waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres east of Handan, a trip to Tai'an will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake.
Around 241 kilometres east of Handan, Jinan is another favourite stop in China. No visit is complete without checking out Huashan Scenic Area, Furong Ancient Street and Ancient Spring.
