Travelling from Bacha Khan International Airport (PEW) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Melbourne is 6 hours ahead of Peshawar, where Bacha Khan International Airport is located. Melbourne operates on the UTC+11 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from PEW to Melbourne. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Stopovers offer the opportunity to visit a new place or just take a break during your travels. When booking your flight from PEW to Melbourne, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Dubai Airport (DXB) is a great option.
To travel to Australia for tourism purposes, you'll need an e-visa if you hold a passport from Pakistan. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need further documentation depending on the purpose and duration of your stay. Always check the latest guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Bacha Khan International Airport to Melbourne.
The distance from central Peshawar to PEW is roughly 0.16 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the best route, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Want a convenient hotel close to PEW? If you're catching an early flight from Bacha Khan International Airport to Melbourne, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bacha Khan International Airport (PEW) to Melbourne
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Bacha Khan International Airport to Melbourne is C$890. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,850. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from PEW to Melbourne, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Getting cheap tickets from Bacha Khan International Airport to Melbourne is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to show the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 28 minutes.
It takes around 42 minutes to get there using public transport.
Book a hotel close to MEL if you have a late flight from Bacha Khan International Airport to Melbourne. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Once your flight from Bacha Khan International Airport to Melbourne has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 51 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is approximately 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).
Public transport will get you there in approximately 2 hours and 4 minutes.
Little River Bed and Breakfast is one accommodation option within a short drive of AVV. Unpack your bags here after your flight from PEW to Melbourne and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign for some uninterrupted rest.
Best time to go to Melbourne
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Bacha Khan International Airport to Melbourne while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Melbourne, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
When booking your flight from Bacha Khan International Airport to Melbourne, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap flights from PEW to Melbourne around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Bacha Khan International Airport to Melbourne, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are must-visits when exploring Melbourne.
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