Flying from Melbourne to El Nido Airport (ENI): What you need to know
The timezone in El Nido is UTC+8, which is three hours behind Melbourne. El Nido Airport is located in El Nido.
To ensure you catch your flight from Melbourne to ENI, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like December. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
MEL is around 24 kms (15 miles) from central Melbourne. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to El Nido Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
68% of flights that leave from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can arrive at AVV from central Melbourne in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 56 kms (35 miles) or so.
Relax before your Melbourne to ENI flight at a hotel near Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can wake up and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
The majority of flights that depart Avalon Airport arrive at their destination as planned. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 80%.
About El Nido Airport (ENI)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to El Nido Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near ENI:
Pick up a El Nido Airport rental car and discover El Nido and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Dollar and Thrifty are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Melbourne to El Nido Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from El Nido Airport (ENI) to central El Nido
El Nido Airport is about 0.97 kms (0.60 miles) from central El Nido. The time it takes to get there by taxi or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Travelling by public transport takes about 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to El Nido Airport (ENI)
£182 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to El Nido Airport. A return flight starts from £532. These fares can change depending on availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Melbourne to ENI. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Cheap Melbourne to El Nido Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to El Nido Airport (ENI)
October is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to El Nido Airport (ENI), while January is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to El Nido based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in El Nido is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Melbourne to ENI plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
February has temperatures of between 25ºC and 29ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to El Nido Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about El Nido
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to El Nido Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring El Nido:
El Nido Paradise and El Nido boat tours embark are just two of the popular attractions to add to your El Nido must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at El Nido Beach.
Explore more of the Philippines
Puerto Princesa is just one of the many places in the Philippines waiting to be explored once you've seen El Nido. Around 177 kms (110 miles) away to the southwest, popular attractions include Dos Palmas, Firefly Watching and Tubbataha Management Office.
San Jose is another standout destination in the Philippines and is around 225 kms (140 miles) northeast of El Nido. No journey is complete without experiencing Crystal Blue Water, Aroma Beach and Bubog Beach.
