Travelling from Melbourne to Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (AOR): what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (AOR) leaving from here.
The timezone in Alor Setar is UTC+8, which is 3 hours behind Melbourne. Sultan Abdul Halim Airport is located in Alor Setar.
Your flight from Melbourne to AOR won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. 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 July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Finding a stopover on your flight from Melbourne to AOR is easy. Whether you want to potentially save on your fare or break up your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out your options. A key stop when departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).
From the centre of Melbourne, MEL is around 24 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
Want a handy hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Sultan Abdul Halim Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
About Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (AOR)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Sultan Abdul Halim Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near AOR instead:
Getting from Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (AOR) to central Alor Setar
From Sultan Abdul Halim Airport, Alor Setar is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 54 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (AOR)
C$589 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Sultan Abdul Halim Airport. Return flights start from C$955. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're looking for flight tickets from Melbourne to AOR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Use the 'Whole month' tool and compare the prices of tickets from Melbourne to Sultan Abdul Halim Airport across each month. The lowest fares are marked in green, making it easy to choose a flight that fits your budget.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (AOR)
August is the most popular month to catch a flight from Melbourne to Sultan Abdul Halim Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Alor Setar, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Schedule your flight from Melbourne to AOR for March if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Alor Setar to range from 23ºC to 35ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Melbourne to Sultan Abdul Halim Airport in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC on average.
More about Alor Setar
Start your Alor Setar trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Melbourne to Sultan Abdul Halim Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Alor Setar Tower, Zahir Mosque and Balai Nobat are leading attractions which should feature on every Alor Setar itinerary.
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