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Cheapest return flight
$872
Typical prices: $908-$1,298
China Eastern
Mon 12/11Mon 19/11
MEL - PUS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$473
Typical prices: $523-$762
Multiple Airlines
Fri 19/10
MEL - PUS • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne Airport and Busan. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
10 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 10 weeks in advance save around 4% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 15% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Beijing Capital (PEK)
Cheapest • Avg $803 (return)
Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE)
Shortest trip • 14h 25m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Busan (MEL-PUS)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Busan

Thu, 12 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
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12:00 - 16:50MEL  Melbourne-PUS Busan Gimhae
30h 50m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
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17:50 - 10:00PUS  Busan Gimhae-MEL Melbourne
14h 10m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$872Multiple Airlines
Sun, 25 Oct - Sun, 8 Nov
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12:00 - 16:50MEL  Melbourne-PUS Busan Gimhae
30h 50m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
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17:50 - 14:05PUS  Busan Gimhae-MEL Melbourne
18h 15m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$873Multiple Airlines
Wed, 11 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
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12:00 - 11:35MEL  Melbourne-PUS Busan Gimhae
25h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
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17:50 - 10:00PUS  Busan Gimhae-MEL Melbourne
14h 10m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$887China Eastern
Sun, 25 Oct - Sun, 8 Nov
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13:10 - 08:05MEL  Melbourne-PUS Busan Gimhae
20h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi
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21:15 - 00:10PUS  Busan Gimhae-MEL Melbourne
48h 55m2 stops Cebu City Mactan Intl Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
$906Multiple Airlines
Sun, 25 Oct - Sun, 8 Nov
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11:25 - 07:50MEL  Melbourne-PUS Busan Gimhae
22h 25m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
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09:30 - 09:25PUS  Busan Gimhae-MEL Melbourne
21h 55m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
$916Vietnam Airlines
Thu, 18 Mar - Thu, 1 Apr
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23:20 - 18:50MEL  Melbourne-PUS Busan Gimhae
21h 30m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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12:15 - 11:40PUS  Busan Gimhae-MEL Melbourne
21h 25m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
$1,145China Airlines
Fri, 19 Mar - Thu, 1 Apr
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23:20 - 18:50MEL  Melbourne-PUS Busan Gimhae
21h 30m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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12:15 - 11:40PUS  Busan Gimhae-MEL Melbourne
21h 25m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
$1,228China Airlines
Tue, 29 Dec - Fri, 8 Jan
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12:00 - 11:35MEL  Melbourne-PUS Busan Gimhae
25h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
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17:50 - 23:50PUS  Busan Gimhae-MEL Melbourne
28h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,249China Eastern
Wed, 17 Mar - Wed, 31 Mar
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15:00 - 10:50MEL  Melbourne-PUS Busan Gimhae
21h 50m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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10:30 - 11:40PUS  Busan Gimhae-MEL Melbourne
23h 10m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
$1,296China Airlines
Thu, 12 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
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13:00 - 16:50MEL  Melbourne-PUS Busan Gimhae
29h 50m3 stops Nanjing Lukou Intl Xi'an Xianyang Shanghai Pu Dong
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18:50 - 10:00PUS  Busan Gimhae-MEL Melbourne
37h 10m2 stops Nanjing Lukou Intl Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,394China Eastern
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Melbourne Airport to Busan flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Melbourne Airport to Busan with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Busan?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Busan and is 17% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 29% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Busan?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Busan at $913 return.
•June ($1,772) and August ($1,416) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 94% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Melbourne Airport to Busan the cheapest?

Flights from Melbourne Airport to Busan are cheapest 10 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 4% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Melbourne Airport to Busan flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$473
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 65% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 14% lower on average.
Flights from Melbourne Airport to Busan

When to book flights from Melbourne to Busan

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Busan based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Melbourne Airport to Busan flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Melbourne Airport to Busan?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Melbourne Airport to Busan:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Melbourne Airport to Busan?

    A direct flight from Melbourne Airport to Busan takes 0h 00m, covering 13,290 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Melbourne Airport to Busan?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Melbourne Airport to Busan flight?

    Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Busan range from $908 to $1,298, with an average of $1,074 over the past 12 months. Anything below $908 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Melbourne Airport to Busan flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 9% below the route average of $1,074. Booking late can sometimes save money on this route, but inventory is limited.

  • Have flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Busan changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $872 to $2,481. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Busan looking right now?

    One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Busan are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $814, which is 25% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Busan Gimhae Airport (PUS)?

    Busan Gimhae Airport (PUS) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $21 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Hi Rent
    • Yesaway
    • GREEN MOTION
    • LOTTE rent-a-car
    • Avis

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Melbourne Airport to Busan?

    Flights from Melbourne Airport to Busan usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Busan Gimhae (PUS).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Melbourne Airport to Busan pass through?

    One-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Busan most commonly connect through:

    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 41% of one-stop connections
    • Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) – 28% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) – 9% of one-stop connections

    Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Melbourne Airport to Busan?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 36% on the Melbourne Airport to Busan route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $899 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,386, a difference of $487. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Melbourne Airport to Busan?

    Flying via Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 25m, compared to 15h 10m via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) and 16h 07m via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).

  • What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport and Busan?

    Busan is 1 hour behind Melbourne Airport (Korean Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Busan?

    Some of the most popular sights in Busan are Gwangalli Beach, Haeundae Beach, and Songdo Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Busan on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Melbourne Airport to Busan flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $899 – about $487 less than Monday (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 10 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 4% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to Busan trip for November. Fares historically average $913 return in that month – typically $859 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Busan Gimhae Airport.
    - Hotel Airport

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