Travelling from Melbourne to El Nido Airport (ENI): What you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where great travel stories take off. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Melbourne to El Nido Airport (ENI).
The timezone in El Nido is UTC+8, which is three hours behind Melbourne. El Nido Airport is located in El Nido.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Melbourne to ENI.
Travelling during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
MEL is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to El Nido Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% land on schedule at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can reach AVV from central Melbourne in approximately 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Relax before your Melbourne to ENI flight at a hotel near Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can wake up and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
Avalon Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 80.09% of flights leaving here arrive right when they're supposed to.
About El Nido Airport (ENI)
If you have a late flight from Melbourne to El Nido Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near ENI:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an El Nido Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Dollar or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of El Nido and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around four weeks in advance of your Melbourne to El Nido Airport flight.
Getting from El Nido Airport (ENI) to central El Nido
The centre of El Nido is roughly 0.97 kilometres from El Nido Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to El Nido Airport (ENI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to El Nido Airport is RM1,153. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM2,275. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Melbourne to ENI if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Melbourne to El Nido Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Melbourne to ENI.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne to El Nido Airport.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to El Nido Airport (ENI)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding when to fly. February is the quietest month to go to El Nido. May is when most people book flights from Melbourne to El Nido Airport (ENI), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in El Nido is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Melbourne to ENI plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to El Nido Airport in February when temperatures are between 25ºC (77ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about El Nido
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to El Nido Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring El Nido:
Your visit to El Nido should come with a bit of sightseeing. Attractions that are worth your time include El Nido Paradise, El Nido boat tours embark and El Nido Beach.
Explore more of the Philippines
El Nido has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the Philippines waiting to be explored. Around 177 kilometres south-west of El Nido, a trip to Puerto Princesa will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Dos Palmas, Firefly Watching and Tubbataha Management Office.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in the Philippines, consider San Jose, roughly 225 kilometres north-east of El Nido. Crystal Blue Water, Aroma Beach and Bubog Beach are highlights.
