Flying from Melbourne to Cat Bi International Airport (HPH): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Cat Bi International Airport (HPH) out of here.
Haiphong is four hours behind Melbourne. Cat Bi International Airport is located in Haiphong, which follows the UTC+7 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Melbourne to HPH.
In peak travel periods, expect longer wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Whether you're hoping to explore a new place along the way or just take a break, we make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To check out your options leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Melbourne to HPH.
Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Cat Bi International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
67.71% of flights that leave from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport make it to their destination on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take 50 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes.
Kick back before your Melbourne to HPH flight at a hotel near Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can roll out of bed and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 80.09% of them arriving on schedule.
About Cat Bi International Airport (HPH)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Melbourne to Cat Bi International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near HPH instead:
Getting from Cat Bi International Airport (HPH) to central Haiphong
The centre of Haiphong is roughly 5 kilometres from Cat Bi International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.
It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Cat Bi International Airport (HPH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Cat Bi International Airport is RM723. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM1,508. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Melbourne to HPH if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Cheap Melbourne to Cat Bi International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on plane tickets from Melbourne to HPH.
Find an affordable flight from Melbourne to Cat Bi International Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Cat Bi International Airport (HPH)
April is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Cat Bi International Airport (HPH), while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Haiphong based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Melbourne to HPH plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. June is the warmest month in Haiphong, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Cat Bi International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about Haiphong
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Cat Bi International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Haiphong:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Tran Quoc Pagoda, Du Hang Pagoda and Yen Tu Mountain are major attractions which should be on any good Haiphong itinerary.
Explore more of Vietnam
Haiphong is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Vietnam you should also see. About 145 kilometres west of Haiphong, a trip to Việt Trì will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Hung Temple, San Mai Dinh village and Hùng Kings Temple Complex.
If you're looking to explore another side of Vietnam, head for Móng Cái, roughly 153 kilometres north-east of Haiphong. Baĩ biển Trà Cổ, Tra Co beach and Biển Trà cổ, Móng Cái, Quảng Ninh are the start of reasons to visit.
