Flying from Melbourne to Nagoya: what you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where countless awesome holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Melbourne to Nagoya.
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO) is where you'll be landing in Nagoya.
Nagoya's timezone is UTC+9, making Nagoya two hours behind Melbourne.
To ensure you don't miss your Melbourne to Nagoya flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
Flying over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Nagoya
To find cheap Melbourne to Nagoya flights, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Melbourne to Nagoya across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Flying from Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
We make it a cinch to book a Melbourne to Nagoya flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Nagoya, these accommodation options will have you sleeping nice and close to your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% arrive on time at their destination.
Arriving in Nagoya
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO) to central Nagoya takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
Consider staying in a hotel close to NGO if you have a late flight from Melbourne to Nagoya. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Chubu Centrair International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Times, TravelCar or E-drive and experience more of Nagoya and beyond.
Booking your ride from Chubu Centrair International Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
The address for NGO is 1丁目 県道522号線, Tokoname.
Nagoya Airport (NKM)
After your flight from Melbourne to Nagoya has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Nagoya is approximately 8 kilometres from Nagoya Airport (NKM).
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Nagoya Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Rakuten, Toyota Rent A Car or バジェットレンタカー and be off and running.
Pick the vehicle you actually want, not just what's left over, by reserving your ride from NKM ahead of your arrival. You can also avoid paying extra, especially during busy airport times.
The address for Nagoya Airport is Hayashizaki 県道448号線, Toyoba, Toyoyama.
Best time to go to Nagoya
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne to Nagoya. June is the most popular month to travel to Nagoya. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your Melbourne to Nagoya tickets, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Nagoya, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 34ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Melbourne to Nagoya in January when temperatures average between -2ºC and 10ºC.
More about Nagoya
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Nagoya, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Nagoya:
Nagoya Castle and Atsuta Shrine are a couple of major attractions to put on your Nagoya itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Osu Kannon Temple.
Explore more of Japan
You've done Nagoya, now it's time to explore other parts of Japan. Travel around 241 kilometres east to Yokohama to tick off its popular sights. From Teishoin to Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Japan, consider Osaka, about 137 kilometres south-west of Nagoya. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are among the biggest draws.