Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Yangon International Airport (RGN): what you need to know
Yangon is four hours 30 minutes behind Melbourne and is in the UTC+6:30 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MEL to RGN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak time such as January? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Yangon International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between MEL and RGN include:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Changi International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Yangon International Airport (RGN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Yangon International Airport flight is $324. A round-trip fare right now is $577. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from MEL to RGN, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Yangon International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across every month and land a great deal.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from MEL to RGN is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Yangon International Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Melbourne to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a trip time of about 40 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Yangon International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near MEL:
Arriving at Yangon International Airport (RGN)
Consider booking a hotel near RGN if you're taking a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Yangon International Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Yangon International Airport (RGN) to central Yangon
From Yangon International Airport, Yangon is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Yangon International Airport (RGN)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Yangon International Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Yangon based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Yangon International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Yangon, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MEL to RGN in January. Average temperatures are between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.
Explore more of Myanmar
Yangon is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Myanmar just waiting to be explored. Around 64 kilometres north-east of Yangon, a trip to Bago will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Bee Throne Hall, Plage de la Hume and Kanbawza Thadai Golden Palace Museum.
Meiktila is another essential stop in Myanmar and is around 451 kilometres north of Yangon. No journey is complete without a visit to General Aung San Park, Mingalar Zay Yone Monastery and Htayasana Monastery.
