Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Chikkalthana Airport (IXU): what you need to know
Your MEL to IXU flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time like January? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Pick a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Chikkalthana Airport. Indira Gandhi International Airport is a popular stopover on the MEL to IXU route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Chikkalthana Airport (IXU)
$613 is currently the best price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Chikkalthana Airport flight. A return flight starts from $923. These fares can change based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MEL to IXU if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
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Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
67.71% of flights that depart Melbourne Tullamarine Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To get to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it'll take around 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near MEL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Chikkalthana Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Chikkalthana Airport (IXU)
If you're landing on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Chikkalthana Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near IXU:
Getting from Chikkalthana Airport (IXU) to central Aurangabad
From Chikkalthana Airport, Aurangabad is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Chikkalthana Airport (IXU)
August is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Chikkalthana Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Aurangabad in April.
When reserving your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Chikkalthana Airport, consider the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Aurangabad, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MEL to IXU in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
You've seen Aurangabad, now it's time to explore more of India. Travel around 290 kilometres west to Mumbai to check off its top attractions. From Gateway of India to Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and Marine Drive, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in India, head for Ahmedabad, roughly 451 kilometres north-west of Aurangabad. Sabarmati Ashram / Mahatma Gandhi's Home, Kankaria Lake and Sidi Saiyyed's Mosque are key highlights.
