Flying from Melbourne to Raja Bhoj Airport (BHO): What you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Raja Bhoj Airport (BHO) departing from here.
Raja Bhoj Airport is located in Bhopal. The city is in the UTC+5:30 timezone and is five hours 30 minutes behind Melbourne.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to BHO. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Whether you want to visit another city as part of your journey or just take a break, we make it a breeze to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Melbourne to BHO.
MEL is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Melbourne to Raja Bhoj Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by staying at one of these hotels near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
67.71% of flights that take off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can arrive at AVV from the centre of Melbourne in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not book another night away at a hotel near Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to BHO flight, make yourself comfortable at Corio Bay Motel.
Avalon Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 80.09% of flights departing here arrive right when they're supposed to.
About Raja Bhoj Airport (BHO)
If you have a late flight from Melbourne to Raja Bhoj Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near BHO:
Getting from Raja Bhoj Airport (BHO) to central Bhopal
The centre of Bhopal is around 8 kilometres from Raja Bhoj Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Raja Bhoj Airport (BHO)
RM1,077 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Raja Bhoj Airport. A return flight starts at RM2,195. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Melbourne to BHO. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Cheap Melbourne to Raja Bhoj Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Raja Bhoj Airport (BHO)
April is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Raja Bhoj Airport (BHO), while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Bhopal based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Bhopal is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Lock in your Melbourne to BHO plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Raja Bhoj Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Bhopal
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Raja Bhoj Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bhopal:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Golden Temple, Taj Mahal Palace and Jama Masjid are must-visits when exploring Bhopal.
Explore more of India
Nagpur is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be explored after you've seen Bhopal. Around 306 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Central India Tiger Camps, Tiger Jungle Safari - Jungle Safari Tours | Tadoba Jungle Safari Booking | Jungle Safari | Wildlife Tours | Resort Booking and Gorewada Tiger Safari.
Indore is another must-experience destination in India and is around 161 kilometres west of Bhopal. No trip is complete without visiting Akshardham Temple, ISKCON Indore and Sai Baba Temple.