Travelling from Melbourne to Iloilo International Airport (ILO): What you need to know
Iloilo is three hours behind Melbourne. Iloilo International Airport is located in Iloilo, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Melbourne to ILO, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time like December? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to explore a new city or just take a break during your trip. When searching for a cheap flight from Melbourne to ILO, deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) is one option when you're setting off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Melbourne to Iloilo International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, data shows 68% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can arrive at AVV from the centre of Melbourne in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Melbourne to ILO flight is far easier when you stay near Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will have you a quick ride from check-in.
Most flights that leave Avalon Airport get to their destination as planned. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 80%.
About Iloilo International Airport (ILO)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Melbourne to Iloilo International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ILO instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Iloilo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Safe Ride Car Hire or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of Iloilo and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride around one week ahead of your Melbourne to Iloilo International Airport flight.
Getting from Iloilo International Airport (ILO) to central Iloilo
From Iloilo International Airport, central Iloilo is around 19 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport takes around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Iloilo International Airport (ILO)
At the moment, $273 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Iloilo International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $473. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Melbourne to ILO. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Melbourne to Iloilo International Airport ticket.
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Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from Melbourne to Iloilo International Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Iloilo International Airport (ILO)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding the best time to fly. October is the quietest month to go to Iloilo. July is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Iloilo International Airport (ILO), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Book a Melbourne to ILO plane ticket departing in May if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Iloilo to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Iloilo International Airport in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Iloilo
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Iloilo International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Iloilo:
Sunflower Garden and Molo Church are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Iloilo travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Iloilo Instagramma Walls.
Explore more of the Philippines
Iloilo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the Philippines just waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres east of Iloilo, a trip to Lapu-Lapu City will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Crimson Resort Garden, Mactan Scuba Dive Centre and Emerson's Beach Resort.
Around 161 kilometres east of Iloilo, Mandaue City is another favourite stop in the Philippines. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Cebu Imperial Spa, WaterWorld Cebu and Mandani Bay Boardwalk.
