Travelling from Seoul to Melbourne: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Seoul. Explore your options departing from Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP) when booking your flight from Seoul to Melbourne.
Hop off the plane at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), the major arrival point in Melbourne.
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is two hours ahead of Seoul.
For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your Seoul to Melbourne flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Melbourne
To pick up cheap Seoul to Melbourne flights, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Seoul to Melbourne is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and walk away with an awesome deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from Seoul to Melbourne by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your Seoul to Melbourne flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Flying from Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Seoul to Melbourne flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Incheon International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
ICN is about 48 kilometres from central Seoul. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will give you the best route and your public transport options.
Have an early flight from Seoul to Melbourne? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Incheon International Airport:
Of the departures from Incheon International Airport, 54.5% touch down on time at their destination.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Think about adding a stop at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). It's a key stopover on a Seoul to Melbourne flight out of Gimpo International Airport. Use a long layover to get out and explore, or take advantage of a quick break to grab a coffee at an airport cafe.
GMP is around 16 kilometres from central Seoul. Plan ahead to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Seoul to Melbourne? Unwind in a hotel near Gimpo International Airport before your holiday officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Gimpo International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.
Arriving in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is approximately 19 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 30 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near MEL if you have a late flight from Seoul to Melbourne. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and explore Melbourne and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
The centre of Melbourne is around 48 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV). After your flight from Seoul to Melbourne has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 50 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take approximately 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
The quickest way to reach your destination is with an Avalon Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental or yesaway car hire and be on your way in a flash.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at AVV can help you lock in a better rate.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Essendon Airport (MEB) is about 11 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. It'll take you about 25 minutes to reach the city centre in a ride-share or cab once you've hopped off your flight from Seoul to Melbourne.
The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport.
Take control of the next leg of your trip with an Essendon Airport rental car. East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar are some companies you can book with.
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Seoul to Melbourne is a smart move. In addition to better deals, you'll have a wider selection of vehicle makes and models at MEB.
Best time to go to Melbourne
January is the most popular month for flights from Seoul to Melbourne. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Melbourne in April.
Before locking in your Seoul to Melbourne tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap flights from Seoul to Melbourne around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Melbourne right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Seoul to Melbourne:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are leading attractions which should be on any good Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres to the north-east, top sights here include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, Geelong is another essential stop in Australia. Experience major highlights starting with Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.
