Flying from Melbourne to Tokyo: what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Tokyo jetting off from here.
When it comes to planning your arrival in Tokyo, Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) and Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) are the primary gateways.
Book a direct Melbourne to Tokyo flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 10 hours 10 minutes.
Tokyo's timezone is UTC+9, making Tokyo two hours behind Melbourne.
With 12 weekly flights between the two airports, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) is the busiest route. Board the earliest flight from Melbourne to Tokyo with JAL at 00:45. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from MEL to NRT is with Qantas at 10:35.
Allow plenty of time to get on your Melbourne to Tokyo flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as December, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Tokyo
At the moment, RM1,164 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Tokyo. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,339. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap Melbourne to Tokyo flights by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Organise your trip for April. That's the best month for landing great bargains on plane tickets from Melbourne to Tokyo. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Flying from Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
You can catch a direct flight from Melbourne to Tokyo taking off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Start your journey at MEL and arrive at Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT).
Reserve your Melbourne to Tokyo plane tickets with Qantas. This carrier is a popular choice for direct flights from MEL.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your Melbourne to Tokyo flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG)
Sydney Airport (SYD)
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Tokyo, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Of the flights that depart from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 63% land on schedule at their destination.
Arriving in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
The distance from Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo is roughly 16 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near HND if you have a late flight from Melbourne to Tokyo. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Tokyo Haneda Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tokyo and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Tokyo Haneda Airport about three weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Tokyo flight.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) is roughly 64 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Melbourne to Tokyo, it takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
The trip will take approximately 1 hour on public transport.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near NRT. Tuck yourself in after your Melbourne to Tokyo flight at any of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Tokyo Narita Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Airport Car Rental, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Rental and be on your way in a flash.
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
The address for Tokyo Narita Airport is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
April is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne to Tokyo. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Tokyo in March.
Lock in a Melbourne to Tokyo ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tokyo to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Search for cheap flights from Melbourne to Tokyo around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Tokyo, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tokyo:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. TOKYO SKYTREE, Sensho-ji and Ginza Central Street are must-visits when exploring Tokyo.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Japan just waiting to be explored. Around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, a trip to Osaka will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Japan, head for Nagoya, about 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. Nagoya Castle, Sky Promenade and Port Of Nagoya Public Aquarium are the start of reasons to visit.