Flying from Melbourne to Pokhara Airport (PKR): What you need to know
The timezone in Pokhara is UTC+5:47, which is five hours 12 minutes behind Melbourne. Pokhara Airport is located in Pokhara.
Your flight from Melbourne to PKR won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like December and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The journey from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Pokhara Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, data shows 68% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Melbourne to PKR flight is a lot easier when you stay close to Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will put you a short ride from the airport.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 80% of them arriving as planned.
About Pokhara Airport (PKR)
Book a hotel close to PKR if you have a late flight from Melbourne to Pokhara Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Pokhara Airport (PKR) to central Pokhara
Pokhara Airport is roughly 2 kilometres from central Pokhara. How long it takes to get to the centre by taxi or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
It typically takes 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Pokhara Airport (PKR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Pokhara Airport is $757. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,500. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to PKR. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Melbourne to Pokhara Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Pokhara Airport (PKR)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding your trip dates. June is the quietest month to go to Pokhara. October is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Pokhara Airport (PKR), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Pokhara is June, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Melbourne to PKR plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Pokhara Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Pokhara
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Pokhara Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Pokhara:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Viewpoint, GauriGhat, South Pokhara-6,Lakeside and Sarangkot Sunrise Pokhara are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Pokhara itinerary.
Explore more of Nepal
Kathmandu is just one of the many cities in Nepal waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Pokhara. Around 145 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Kathmandu Durbar Square, Annapurna Base Camp Trek and Himalaya Discovery.
Patan is another essential stop in Nepal and is around 145 kilometres southeast of Pokhara. No journey is complete without experiencing Patan Durbar Square, Hiranya Varna Mahavihar and Kathmandu.