Travelling from Melbourne to Hefei Xinqiao Airport (HFE): what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Hefei Xinqiao Airport (HFE) leaving from here.
Hefei Xinqiao Airport is located in Hefei. The city operates in the UTC+8 timezone and is 3 hours behind Melbourne.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Melbourne to HFE. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for an international flight. 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)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Melbourne to HFE. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
The distance from central Melbourne to MEL is roughly 24 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the fastest route, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Hefei Xinqiao Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
About Hefei Xinqiao Airport (HFE)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Melbourne to Hefei Xinqiao Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HFE instead:
Getting from Hefei Xinqiao Airport (HFE) to central Hefei
From Hefei Xinqiao Airport, Hefei is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 37 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Hefei Xinqiao Airport (HFE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Hefei Xinqiao Airport is C$555. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$889. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're looking for flight tickets from Melbourne to HFE. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Melbourne to Hefei Xinqiao Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Hefei Xinqiao Airport (HFE)
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Melbourne to Hefei Xinqiao Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Hefei, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
The warmest month in Hefei is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Melbourne to HFE in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Travel in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Average temperatures range between -2ºC and 11ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Melbourne to Hefei Xinqiao Airport.
More about Hefei
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Hefei right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Melbourne to Hefei Xinqiao Airport:
One of the best ways to experience Hefei is to explore its leading attractions. Highlights include Swan Lake Park, Hefei Science and Technology Museum and Anhui Provincial Museum.
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