Flying from Melbourne to Qinhuangdao Beidaihe Airport (BPE): What you need to know
Qinhuangdao is three hours behind Melbourne. Qinhuangdao Beidaihe Airport is located in Qinhuangdao, which follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to BPE. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak month such as December? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Qinhuangdao Beidaihe Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
68% of flights taking off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can get to AVV from the centre of Melbourne in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not book another night away at a hotel close to Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to BPE flight, make yourself comfortable at Corio Bay Motel.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 80% of them arriving on schedule.
Getting from Qinhuangdao Beidaihe Airport (BPE) to central Qinhuangdao
From Qinhuangdao Beidaihe Airport, central Qinhuangdao is around 32 kilometres away. It takes about 40 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It typically takes 1 hour when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Qinhuangdao Beidaihe Airport (BPE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Qinhuangdao Beidaihe Airport is RM2,440. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM3,345. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to BPE. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Melbourne to Qinhuangdao Beidaihe Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Qinhuangdao Beidaihe Airport (BPE)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding when to fly. January is the quietest month to go to Qinhuangdao. October is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Qinhuangdao Beidaihe Airport (BPE), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Before locking in your Melbourne to BPE plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Qinhuangdao, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Qinhuangdao Beidaihe Airport in January when temperatures are between -9ºC (16ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF).
More about Qinhuangdao
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Qinhuangdao right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Melbourne to Qinhuangdao Beidaihe Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Beidaihe Beach, Lertao Ocean Kingdom and Xin'ao Marine World are major attractions which should be on any good Qinhuangdao itinerary.
Explore more of China
Beijing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored after you've experienced Qinhuangdao. Around 225 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square.
If there's time to check out another side of China, consider Tianjin, about 177 kilometres west of Qinhuangdao. Haihe River, Tianyan Square and China Ancient Castle are key highlights.
