Flying from Melbourne to Tokyo: what you need to know
Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Tokyo taking off from here.
Touch down in Tokyo at Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).
Around 10 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Melbourne to Tokyo flight.
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9, which is two hours behind Melbourne.
With 12 weekly flights between the two airports, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Narita International Airport (NRT) is the most popular route. Hop on the first flight from Melbourne to Tokyo with JAL at 00:45. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the last departure from MEL to NRT is with Qantas at 10:35.
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your Melbourne to Tokyo flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Tokyo
At the moment, £119 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Tokyo. The cheapest price for a return flight is £223. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap Melbourne to Tokyo flights by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time for landing a bargain.
Organise your trip for April. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on plane tickets from Melbourne to Tokyo. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
There's no need to search every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal is available on cheap flights from Melbourne to Tokyo.
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Flying from Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
You can catch a direct flight from Melbourne to Tokyo jetting off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Start your journey at MEL and arrive at Narita International Airport (NRT).
Keep an eye out for promotions with Qantas. This carrier offers direct Melbourne to Tokyo plane tickets out of MEL.
We make it a cinch to book a Melbourne to Tokyo flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 kms (12 miles) in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Tokyo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Of the flights that depart from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% land on schedule at their destination.
Arriving in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 18 kms (11 miles) away.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Melbourne to Tokyo. Book one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Follow your own route with a Haneda Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and see more of Tokyo and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Haneda Airport around three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Narita International Airport (NRT) is about 56 kms (35 miles) from central Tokyo. Once you've hopped off your flight from Melbourne to Tokyo, it'll take you approximately 1 hour to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You'll find some comfortable places to lay your head close to NRT. Kick back after your Melbourne to Tokyo flight at any of these well-located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a Narita International Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare rates and availability from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire.
Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from NRT four weeks in advance often means better deals and a bigger choice of vehicles.
The address for Narita International Airport is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
February is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Tokyo, while April is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Tokyo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Melbourne to Tokyo tickets, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Melbourne to Tokyo in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
More about Tokyo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Tokyo right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Tokyo:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are essential stops on your Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Tokyo, now it's time to discover more of Japan. Journey around 19 miles south-west to Yokohama to check off its top attractions. From Teishoin to Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Osaka is another essential stop in Japan and is around 250 miles west of Tokyo. No trip is complete without a visit to Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.