Travelling from Melbourne to Hakodate Airport (HKD): What you need to know
The timezone in Hakodate is UTC+9, which is two hours behind Melbourne. Hakodate Airport is located in Hakodate.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Melbourne to HKD. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as December, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Stopovers are a great opportunity to explore a new city or just have a break during your trip. When looking for a cheap flight from Melbourne to HKD, deselect 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is one option when you're setting off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Melbourne to Hakodate Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 68% land on time at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can arrive at AVV from central Melbourne in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Kick back before your Melbourne to HKD flight at a hotel near Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can wake up and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
Avalon Airport has a track record for punctuality. 80% of flights out of here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
About Hakodate Airport (HKD)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Hakodate Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near HKD:
Grab a Hakodate Airport rental car and explore Hakodate and beyond with your own wheels. Rakuten, Nissan Rent a Car and Times are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Hakodate Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
The street address for HKD is 511 Takamatsucho.
Getting from Hakodate Airport (HKD) to central Hakodate
From Hakodate Airport, central Hakodate is around 14 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It'll take around 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Hakodate Airport (HKD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Hakodate Airport is $615. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,176. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to HKD. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Affordable Melbourne to Hakodate Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Hakodate Airport (HKD)
June is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Hakodate Airport (HKD), while March is the most popular. Figure out the best time to go to Hakodate based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Melbourne to HKD plane ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Hakodate to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
February sees temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Hakodate Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Hakodate
Start your Hakodate trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Hakodate Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Motomachi, Ono River Cherry Blossom Avenue and Mt. Hakodate Observatory are major attractions which should feature on every Hakodate itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Aomori is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be explored after you've experienced Hakodate. Around 105 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Inari Shrine, Jomon Jiyukan and Kohrakuen.
If there's time to check out another side of Japan, head for Morioka, roughly 225 kilometres south of Hakodate. Panda Park, Yonai weeping cherry trees and Mitsuishi Shrine are the start of reasons to visit.