Flying from Melbourne to Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA): What you need to know
The timezone in Oranjestad is UTC-4, which is 15 hours behind Melbourne. Queen Beatrix International Airport is located in Oranjestad.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Melbourne to AUA.
During popular months such as December, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Melbourne to Queen Beatrix International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 68% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can get to AVV from the centre of Melbourne in approximately 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Melbourne to AUA flight is far easier when you stay close to Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will put you a short ride from the airport.
Avalon Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 80.09% of flights leaving here arrive right on target.
About Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA)
Have a late flight from Melbourne to Queen Beatrix International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near AUA and hit the lights earlier:
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Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Queen Beatrix International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA) to central Oranjestad
Queen Beatrix International Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Oranjestad. It takes around 10 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA)
At the moment, RM4,423 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Queen Beatrix International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM7,978. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Melbourne to AUA. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Cheap Melbourne to Queen Beatrix International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning your trip dates. September is the quietest month to visit Oranjestad. January is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Before locking in your Melbourne to AUA plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. September is the warmest month in Oranjestad, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Queen Beatrix International Airport in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Oranjestad
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Oranjestad right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Melbourne to Queen Beatrix International Airport:
Aruba Premier Boat and Dive and De Palm Island are just two of the major attractions to add to your Oranjestad itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Manchebo Beach.
