Flying from Melbourne to Labuan Airport (LBU): What you need to know
The timezone in Labuan is UTC+8, which is three hours behind Melbourne. Labuan Airport is located in Labuan.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Melbourne to LBU.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like December. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Melbourne to LBU even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to find out where you can stop along the way. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is an option when taking off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
MEL is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Labuan Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Of the departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 68% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can reach AVV from the centre of Melbourne in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not spend another night away at a hotel close to Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to LBU flight, check yourself in to Corio Bay Motel.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 80% of them landing as planned.
About Labuan Airport (LBU)
Have a late flight from Melbourne to Labuan Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near LBU and turn out the lights sooner:
Getting from Labuan Airport (LBU) to central Labuan
From Labuan Airport, central Labuan is around 10 kilometres away. It takes about 10 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Labuan Airport (LBU)
$510 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Labuan Airport. A return flight starts from $832. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Melbourne to LBU. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Melbourne to Labuan Airport tickets across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Melbourne to LBU.
Chase down a great fare on a flight from Melbourne to Labuan Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Labuan Airport (LBU)
May is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne to Labuan Airport (LBU). Plan your visit to Labuan in October for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Labuan is May, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Melbourne to LBU plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
February has temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Labuan Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Labuan
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Labuan right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Melbourne to Labuan Airport:
Your Labuan trip should come with a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions you can't miss include Labuan, Sabah Malaysia, Maida Island Memorial and Dataran Labuan.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've visited Labuan, now it's time to discover other parts of Malaysia. Journey around 121 kilometres northeast to Kota Kinabalu to check off its top attractions. From Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park to Danum Valley Conservation Area (DVCA) and Sipadan Dive Centre Sdn. Bhd., you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 177 kilometres southwest of Labuan, Miri is another essential stop in Malaysia. Experience major highlights starting with Coco Cabana, Miri Balloon and Piasau Nature Reserve Ranger Station.
