Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Daegu International Airport (TAE): what you need to know
Daegu's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Daegu two hours behind Melbourne.
Leave enough time to catch your MEL to TAE flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as January? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Daegu International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between MEL and TAE:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Incheon International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Daegu International Airport (TAE)
RM1,055 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Daegu International Airport flight. Return flights start at RM2,328. These prices can change based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MEL to TAE if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when looking for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Daegu International Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from MEL to TAE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Daegu International Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Of the departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Melbourne to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Daegu International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to MEL:
Arriving at Daegu International Airport (TAE)
Consider staying in a hotel close to TAE if you're taking a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Daegu International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Daegu International Airport rental car and discover parts of Daegu that are off the usual tourist route. Check out the deals from Hertz.
Reserve your vehicle from Daegu International Airport a few weeks before your trip to lock in the best possible deal. If you're planning to travel during peak season, it's a good idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Daegu International Airport (TAE) to central Daegu
The centre of Daegu is about 10 kilometres from Daegu International Airport. The time it takes to get there by car will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Daegu International Airport (TAE)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Daegu International Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Daegu. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Daegu International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Daegu, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEL to TAE in January. Average temperatures are between -9ºC (16ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of South Korea
Daegu has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of South Korea just waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres north-west of Daegu, a visit to Seoul will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower.
Around 80 kilometres south-east of Daegu, Busan is another essential stop in South Korea. Experience major highlights starting with Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
