Travelling from Melbourne to Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC): what you need to know
Planning your vacation begins with working out where you'll leave from in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC) departing from here.
The timezone in Port Harcourt is UTC+1, which is 10 hours behind Melbourne. Port Harcourt International Airport is located in Port Harcourt.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to PHC. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
MEL is approximately 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will give you the best route and available public transport options.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne to Port Harcourt International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
About Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Port Harcourt International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near PHC:
Getting from Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC) to central Port Harcourt
Port Harcourt International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from central Port Harcourt. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Port Harcourt International Airport is C$1,659. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$2,721. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get flight tickets from Melbourne to PHC if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Melbourne to Port Harcourt International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Set up a Price Alert for flight tickets from Melbourne to PHC. You don't need to search every day to see whether fares have dropped. We'll let you know when there's a change in price.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Melbourne to Port Harcourt International Airport. Enter your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC)
June is the busiest month to board a flight from Melbourne to Port Harcourt International Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Port Harcourt, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Before locking in your flight from Melbourne to PHC, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Port Harcourt, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 35ºC.
August has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap flights from Melbourne to Port Harcourt International Airport sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Port Harcourt
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Port Harcourt right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Port Harcourt International Airport:
Port Harcourt Zoo and Nkpolu bus stop Port Harcourt are a couple of top attractions to put on your Port Harcourt itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at 5D Cinema 9Ja.
Complete your Port Harcourt trip with a car rental
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