Flying from Melbourne to Hargeisa Airport (HGA): What you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Melbourne to Hargeisa Airport (HGA).
The timezone in Hargeisa is UTC+3, which is eight hours behind Melbourne. Hargeisa Airport is located in Hargeisa.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Melbourne to HGA. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Melbourne to HGA even cheaper with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to find out where you can stop along the way. Dubai Airport (DXB) is an option when leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 40 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Hargeisa Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
67.71% of flights that take off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can get to AVV from the centre of Melbourne in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Relax before your Melbourne to HGA flight at a hotel close to Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can jump out of bed and get to the airport with time to spare.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 80.09% of them touching down right on cue.
About Hargeisa Airport (HGA)
Once your flight from Melbourne to Hargeisa Airport has touched down, unwind at a nearby hotel. Jees Hotel is a comfy option that's an easy drive from HGA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Hargeisa Airport (HGA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Hargeisa Airport is RM2,956. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM5,455. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to HGA. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Melbourne to Hargeisa Airport tickets across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Hargeisa Airport (HGA)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Melbourne to Hargeisa Airport (HGA). June is when most people travel to Hargeisa. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in February.
Lock in a Melbourne to HGA plane ticket departing in June if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Hargeisa to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Hargeisa Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Hargeisa
Book your flight from Melbourne to Hargeisa Airport and then search for the perfect place to use as your base. Jees Hotel is a favourite place to stay in Hargeisa.
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