Travelling from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport is located in Guwahati. Operating on the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is 5 hours 30 minutes ahead of Guwahati.
To ensure you catch your flight from GAU to Melbourne, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
We make it a cinch to plan a flight from GAU to Melbourne with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
You'll need an e-visa for Australia if you have a passport from India and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements change frequently. So before you book your cheap ticket from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Melbourne, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest updates.
Central Guwahati to GAU is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 31 minutes to reach there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Looking for a convenient hotel near GAU? If you're catching an early flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Melbourne, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) to Melbourne
C$615 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Melbourne. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,268. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from GAU to Melbourne if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Melbourne across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is approximately 24 kilometres. It takes around 28 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 42 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel close to MEL if you're taking a late flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Melbourne. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. Following your flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 51 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take roughly 2 hours and 4 minutes on public transport.
Unpack and relax not long after your flight from GAU to Melbourne at Little River Bed and Breakfast. This comfortable accommodation option is a short drive from AVV.
Best time to go to Melbourne
July is the busiest month for flights from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Melbourne. To avoid the crowds, visit Melbourne in April when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Melbourne for January to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 29ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from GAU to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 13ºC.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Melbourne, explore our range of hotels including:
Federation Square and National Gallery of Victoria are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Melbourne to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Eureka Skydeck 88.
Complete your Melbourne trip with a car rental
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