Flying from Melbourne to Yangon International Airport (RGN): what you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Melbourne to Yangon International Airport (RGN).
Yangon International Airport is located in Yangon. The city operates in the UTC+6:30 timezone and is 4 hours 30 minutes behind Melbourne.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Melbourne to RGN.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Melbourne to RGN. Just 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 airports:
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
MEL is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will give you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Need a convenient hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Yangon International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
About Yangon International Airport (RGN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Yangon International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near RGN instead:
Getting from Yangon International Airport (RGN) to central Yangon
Yangon International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from central Yangon. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Yangon International Airport (RGN)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Yangon International Airport is C$482. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$921. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find flight tickets from Melbourne to RGN if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Melbourne to Yangon International Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you from looking for flight tickets from Melbourne to RGN every day.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne to Yangon International Airport.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Yangon International Airport (RGN)
June is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Melbourne to Yangon International Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Yangon, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Before booking a flight from Melbourne to RGN, think about the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Yangon, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 41ºC.
Travel in January for cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 18ºC and 32ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Melbourne to Yangon International Airport.
More about Yangon
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Yangon International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Yangon:
One of the best ways to get to know Yangon is to check out its top sights. Some highlights include Shwedagon Pagoda, Sule Pagoda and Bogyoke Aung San Market.
Complete your Yangon trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Melbourne to Yangon International Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Yangon. Check out the offers and easily compare options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.