Flying from Melbourne to Incheon International Airport (ICN): 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 searching for a flight from Melbourne to Incheon International Airport (ICN).
Incheon International Airport is located in Seoul. The city follows the UTC+9 timezone and is two hours behind Melbourne.
Your flight from Melbourne to ICN won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Melbourne to ICN leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Popular options include:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
The journey from central Melbourne to MEL takes about 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Melbourne to Incheon International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these hotels near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
Of all flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% land on schedule at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Break up your flight from Melbourne to Incheon International Airport with a stop at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD). A major connection between Avalon Airport and ICN, it's a good opportunity to enjoy some downtime before continuing your journey.
You can arrive at AVV from the centre of Melbourne in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Relax before your Melbourne to ICN flight at a hotel near Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can roll out of bed and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 80.09% of them landing as expected.
About Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Have a late flight from Melbourne to Incheon International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near ICN and shut your eyes sooner:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Incheon International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and explore beyond Seoul's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around four weeks before your Melbourne to Incheon International Airport flight.
Getting from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
Central Seoul is around 48 kilometres from Incheon International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of time.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Incheon International Airport is $344. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $611. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to ICN. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Melbourne to Incheon International Airport tickets across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Finding a cheap flight ticket from Melbourne to ICN couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a price drop.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne to Incheon International Airport.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne to Incheon International Airport (ICN). Visit Seoul in April for a more low-key escape.
Before locking in your Melbourne to ICN flight ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Incheon International Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Seoul
Start your Seoul trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Melbourne to Incheon International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Seoul when you're in the mood to sightsee. Start exploring at Gyeongbokgung Palace followed by Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower.
Explore more of South Korea
Daegu is just one of the many cities in South Korea waiting to be explored once you've seen Seoul. Around 257 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Modern Art Statue, Alive Aquarium Daegu and Jung-gu District.
If you're ready to explore another side of South Korea, consider Daejeon, roughly 153 kilometres south-east of Seoul. Temi Park, National Science Museum and Yuseong Hot Springs are the start of reasons to visit.
