Travelling from Melbourne to Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK): what you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where countless awesome vacations begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Melbourne to Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK).
Book a direct flight from Melbourne to Haikou Meilan International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 9 hours 39 minutes.
The timezone in Haikou is UTC+8, which is 3 hours behind Melbourne. Haikou Meilan International Airport is located in Haikou.
With 4 direct flights a week between the two airports, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK) is the busiest route. Hainan Airlines operates the earliest flight at 19:45. If you prefer to make the most of your day before flying, the latest departure from MEL to HAK is with Hainan Airlines at 20:45.
Your flight from Melbourne to HAK won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a popular month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Nonstop flights from Melbourne to Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK) can be booked from here.
Hainan Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Melbourne to Haikou Meilan International Airport jetting out of MEL.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for flights from Melbourne to HAK departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
MEL is roughly 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will give you the best route and your public transport options.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne to Haikou Meilan International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
About Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Melbourne to Haikou Meilan International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HAK instead:
Getting from Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK) to central Haikou
From Haikou Meilan International Airport, Haikou is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 49 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Haikou Meilan International Airport is C$324. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$590. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's best to book 8 months before your planned departure. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to find flight tickets from Melbourne to HAK within that timeframe.
To score the best price on your tickets from Melbourne to Haikou Meilan International Airport, book your trip for May (it has the cheapest flights). Flexible on when you travel? Use the 'Whole month' search function to browse the most affordable day to fly.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Melbourne to Haikou Meilan International Airport. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK)
June is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne to Haikou Meilan International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Haikou in April when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Melbourne to HAK for June if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Haikou to range from 26ºC to 33ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Melbourne to Haikou Meilan International Airport in January when temperatures average between 14ºC and 22ºC.
More about Haikou
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Haikou right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Haikou Meilan International Airport:
Baishamen Park and Holiday beach are just two of the top attractions to put on your Haikou must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Century Park.
Complete your Haikou trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Melbourne to Haikou Meilan International Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Haikou. Explore the deals and instantly compare options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.
