Travelling from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Melbourne is 3 hours ahead of Chongqing, where Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport is located. Melbourne operates on the UTC+11 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from CKG to Melbourne, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like June, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing flights from CKG to Melbourne, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
You will need an e-visa for Australia if you have a passport from China and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before you book your cheap ticket from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport to Melbourne, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
CKG is about 27 kilometres from central Chongqing. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport to Melbourne? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to CKG:
How to find the cheapest flights from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) to Melbourne
C$435 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport to Melbourne. A return flight starts at C$744. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from CKG to Melbourne, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne takes around 28 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 42 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport to Melbourne, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near MEL:
Avalon Airport (AVV)
The centre of Melbourne is around 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV). As soon as your flight from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport to Melbourne has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 51 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take approximately 2 hours and 4 minutes on public transport.
Unpack your bags not long after your flight from CKG to Melbourne at Little River Bed and Breakfast. This comfortable accommodation option is a quick drive from AVV.
Best time to go to Melbourne
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport to Melbourne while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Melbourne, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport to Melbourne, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap flights from CKG to Melbourne in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 13ºC on average.
More about Melbourne
After locking in your flight from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport to Melbourne, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Melbourne:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are leading attractions which should feature on every Melbourne itinerary.
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