Travelling from Melbourne to Motu Mute Airport (BOB): What you need to know
Bora Bora is 21 hours behind Melbourne. Motu Mute Airport is located in Bora Bora, which is in the UTC-10 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to BOB. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like December and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Melbourne to Motu Mute Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% land on schedule at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can reach AVV from central Melbourne in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Relax before your Melbourne to BOB flight at a hotel close to Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can roll out of bed and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
Avalon Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 80% of flights leaving here land when expected.
About Motu Mute Airport (BOB)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Motu Mute Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near BOB instead:
Getting from Motu Mute Airport (BOB) to central Bora Bora
From Motu Mute Airport, central Bora Bora is around 10 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Motu Mute Airport (BOB)
Currently, RM3,198 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Motu Mute Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM5,804. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Melbourne to BOB, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Melbourne to Motu Mute Airport tickets across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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More about Bora Bora
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Motu Mute Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bora Bora:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Bora Bora when you're ready to go sightseeing. Start exploring at Mount Otemanu followed by Bora bora water world and Motu Tapu.
