Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Busuanga Airport (USU): what you need to know
To ensure you catch your MEL to USU flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak month like January? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to visit another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Busuanga Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Ninoy Aquino International Airport is a popular stop between MEL and USU.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Busuanga Airport (USU)
Right now, R 4,730 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Busuanga Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 12,972. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from MEL to USU. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Busuanga Airport.
Picking up cheap flights from MEL to USU is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Busuanga Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.71% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Melbourne to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a trip time of about 40 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near MEL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Busuanga Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Busuanga Airport (USU)
Consider checking in to El Rio y Mar Resort after arriving from your Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Busuanga Airport flight. It's only a short drive from USU and a handy option if you'd like to catch some z's soon after landing.
Line up a Busuanga Airport rental car from top providers like Hertz or Dollar. With your own set of wheels, you can go beyond Busuanga and explore places most visitors tend to miss.
To secure the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Busuanga Airport a few weeks in advance. Rates generally rise closer to your day of departure.
Getting from Busuanga Airport (USU) to central Busuanga
Busuanga Airport is approximately 64 kilometres from central Busuanga. The drive time takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Busuanga Airport (USU)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Busuanga Airport is February, while April is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Busuanga based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Busuanga Airport for May if you'd like to explore Busuanga during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEL to USU in February. Temperatures average between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Philippines
You've seen Busuanga, now it's time to discover other corners of Philippines. Travel about 306 kilometres north-east to Quezon City to tick off its top attractions. From Pinky Spikes to Province and GEE’s SPOT GARDEN by Gerard, your itinerary will be busy.
Manila is another favourite destination in Philippines and is around 290 kilometres north-east of Busuanga. No journey is complete without experiencing Rizal Park, National Museum of Fine Arts and Fort Santiago.
