Flight route information

Cathay Pacific offers flights to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE), with a layover in Hong Kong. Flights from TPE to MEL take around 11 hours 45 minutes, including the layover, and bring you to Terminal 2 in Melbourne.

Upon your arrival in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport offers several modes of transport to cover the 23km journey into the city. The local SkyBus runs from the airport terminal to the city centre and arrives downtown in under 25 minutes. Airport taxis are another convenient option, taking around 30 minutes to reach the city centre.

A brief introduction to Melbourne

Often referred to as the cultural capital of Australia, Melbourne is known for its fascinating museums, world class galleries, and diverse culinary options.

Melbourne boasts some of Australia’s most renowned museums and galleries. To see artistic masterpieces from around the world, consider visiting the National Gallery of Victoria, Australian Centre for Contemporary Art, and the Heide Museum of Modern Art. The Melbourne Museum is the largest museum in the southern hemisphere, and features several science exhibits ranging from dinosaur fossils to a giant whale skeleton.

For a memorable meal, head to the neighbourhood of Carlton, where many of the country’s top chefs have set up shop. South of Carlton, on Degraves Street, Collins Street and Little Bourke Street, you’ll find some of the city’s trendiest cafes and tastiest coffees. While you are in the area, you can also shop for souvenirs and trinkets, and catch a live show from a local band.

Flying to Melbourne with Cathay Pacific

Book your Taipei to Melbourne flight with Cathay Pacific and enjoy international standards of hospitality and service courtesy of our attentive crew.

Indulge in dishes from our inflight dining menu, which features international contemporary flavours, as well as light and healthy snacks. To complement our menu, Cathay Pacific also offers an award-winning wine selection. During your flight, you can sit back, relax, and enjoy our inflight content library which includes a wide selection of films, complete TV box sets, podcasts, and more.

Why you should book directly with Cathay Pacific

Booking directly with Cathay Pacific means customisable bookings, round-the-clock support, and much more. You will be able to make changes to your baggage allowances, take advantage of exclusive offers, and book confidently without hidden fees or service charges.

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