Travelling from Melbourne to Wuxi Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX): What you need to know
Wuxi Sunan Shuofang International Airport is located in Wuxi. The city follows the UTC+8 timezone and is three hours behind Melbourne.
Your flight from Melbourne to WUX won't wait if you're 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 travelling internationally.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like December. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Melbourne to WUX. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
MEL is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Wuxi Sunan Shuofang International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
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 by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not book an extra night away at a hotel near Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to WUX flight, treat yourself to a stay at Corio Bay Motel.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 80% of them touching down within the expected time frame.
About Wuxi Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX)
Reserve a hotel near WUX if you're catching a late flight from Melbourne to Wuxi Sunan Shuofang International Airport. Select one of these options and end the night sooner:
You'll find WUX at Airport Branch Rd.
Getting from Wuxi Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX) to central Wuxi
From Wuxi Sunan Shuofang International Airport, central Wuxi is around 26 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Wuxi Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX)
Currently, $464 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Wuxi Sunan Shuofang International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $867. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Melbourne to WUX, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to Wuxi Sunan Shuofang International Airport tickets across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Wuxi Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX)
October is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Wuxi Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX), while May is the most popular. Find the ideal time to visit Wuxi based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Melbourne to WUX plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Wuxi to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Wuxi Sunan Shuofang International Airport in January when temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Wuxi
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Wuxi right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Melbourne to Wuxi Sunan Shuofang International Airport:
There are plenty of things to do in Wuxi when you're ready to see the sights. Make your way to Three Kingdoms City followed by Cherry Blossom Valley and Xiaolouxiang Historical and Cultural District.
Explore more of China
Wuxi is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of China you'll want to see. Around 105 kilometres east of Wuxi, a trip to Shanghai will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Shanghai Museum, Shanghai Tower and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in China, consider Nanjing, roughly 161 kilometres west of Wuxi. Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall are highlights.