Travelling from Melbourne to Sendai International Airport (SDJ): What you need to know
Sendai is two hours behind Melbourne. Sendai International Airport is located in Sendai, which follows the UTC+9 timezone.
Your flight from Melbourne to SDJ won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a popular month such as December? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Melbourne to SDJ even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to find cities that could split up the flight. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is an option when departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
MEL is around 24 kms (15 miles) from central Melbourne. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Sendai International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just what you're after:
68% of flights that take off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is about 56 kms (35 miles) from central Melbourne. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Unwind before your Melbourne to SDJ flight at a hotel near Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can roll out of bed and get to the airport with time to spare.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 80% of them touching down right on cue.
About Sendai International Airport (SDJ)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SDJ if you're catching a late flight from Melbourne to Sendai International Airport. Select one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Sendai International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Times or Nissan Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sendai and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Sendai International Airport flight.
SDJ is located at 28 Konuma, Shimomasuda, Natori.
Getting from Sendai International Airport (SDJ) to central Sendai
Sendai International Airport is around 14 kms (9 miles) from the centre of Sendai. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It'll take around 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Sendai International Airport (SDJ)
£415 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Sendai International Airport. A return flight starts from £666. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from Melbourne to SDJ, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Sendai International Airport (SDJ)
April is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne to Sendai International Airport (SDJ). Visit Sendai in July for a more laid-back experience.
Book a Melbourne to SDJ plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Sendai to range from 17ºC to 30ºC.
January has temperatures of between -6ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Sendai International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Sendai
Start your Sendai trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Sendai International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Haguro Shrine and Yasaka Shrine are a couple of major attractions to add to your Sendai itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Zen.
Explore more of Japan
Saitama is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be discovered after you've seen Sendai. Around 274 kms (170 miles) away to the southwest, its best attractions include Nara Park, Sakura Park and The Museum of Modern Art, Saitama.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Japan, consider Matsudo, roughly 274 kms (170 miles) south of Sendai. Tozen-ji Temple, Kowashimizu Park and Nijusseiki Park are among its highlights.
