Flying from Melbourne to Hiroshima Airport (HIJ): What you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Melbourne to Hiroshima Airport (HIJ).
Hiroshima is two hours behind Melbourne. Hiroshima Airport is located in Hiroshima, which runs on the UTC+9 timezone.
Your flight from Melbourne to HIJ won't wait if you're 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.
With more travellers during high season, aim to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Melbourne to HIJ departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
The journey from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Melbourne to Hiroshima Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
67.71% of flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in around 2 hours 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 50 minutes.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Melbourne to HIJ flight is a lot easier when you stay close to Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will put you just a short drive away.
Flights from Avalon Airport are known for their punctuality, with 80.09% of them landing right on cue.
About Hiroshima Airport (HIJ)
Have a late flight from Melbourne to Hiroshima Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near HIJ and hit the lights earlier:
Travel at your own speed with a Hiroshima Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Times or Nissan Rent a Car and find adventure across Hiroshima and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Melbourne to Hiroshima Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
The address for HIJ is 64-31 Hongocho Zennyuji, Mihara.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Hiroshima Airport (HIJ)
Currently, $498 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Hiroshima Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $882. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to HIJ. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Affordable Melbourne to Hiroshima Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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Find an affordable flight from Melbourne to Hiroshima Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Hiroshima Airport (HIJ)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne to Hiroshima Airport (HIJ). June is when most people visit Hiroshima. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in February.
The warmest month in Hiroshima is August, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Melbourne to HIJ flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Hiroshima Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Hiroshima
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Hiroshima right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Hiroshima Airport:
Your Hiroshima trip should come with a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions that belong on your itinerary include Hiroshima National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims, Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Rest House of Hiroshima Peace Park.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be explored once you've seen Hiroshima. Around 241 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Japan, consider Kobe, roughly 209 kilometres east of Hiroshima. Chinatown (Nankinmachi), Cherry Blossom Promenade along the Toga River and Onsen-ji Temple are among its highlights.