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Cheapest return flight
$1,014
Typical prices: $960-$1,383
China Eastern
Wed 24/1Wed 28/2
MEL - PUS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$481
Typical prices: $530-$749
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/11
MEL - PUS • 2 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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April
Cheapest • 16% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
Cheapest • Avg $861 (return)
Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE)
Shortest trip • 14h 09m (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

Sun, 24 Jan - Sun, 28 Feb
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01:50 - 11:35MEL  Melbourne-PUS Busan Gimhae
35h 45m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
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17:50 - 14:05PUS  Busan Gimhae-MEL Melbourne
18h 15m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,014Multiple Airlines
Thu, 26 Nov - Mon, 21 Dec
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13:00 - 17:50MEL  Melbourne-PUS Busan Gimhae
30h 50m1 stop Nanjing Lukou Intl
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12:35 - 23:50PUS  Busan Gimhae-MEL Melbourne
33h 15m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,021China Eastern
Fri, 5 Feb - Mon, 22 Feb
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16:00 - 08:00MEL  Melbourne-PUS Busan Gimhae
18h 00m1 stop Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
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14:30 - 23:45PUS  Busan Gimhae-MEL Melbourne
31h 15m2 stops Hanoi Noibai Kuala Lumpur Intl
$1,040Multiple Airlines
Mon, 23 Nov - Sun, 20 Dec
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01:35 - 07:00MEL  Melbourne-PUS Busan Gimhae
31h 25m2 stops Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Cebu City Mactan Intl
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16:40 - 04:55PUS  Busan Gimhae-MEL Melbourne
34h 15m1 stop Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
$1,045Multiple Airlines
Wed, 25 Nov - Sun, 20 Dec
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01:35 - 07:00MEL  Melbourne-PUS Busan Gimhae
31h 25m2 stops Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Cebu City Mactan Intl
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16:40 - 05:40PUS  Busan Gimhae-MEL Melbourne
35h 00m1 stop Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
$1,048Multiple Airlines
Fri, 5 Feb - Mon, 22 Feb
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12:00 - 16:50MEL  Melbourne-PUS Busan Gimhae
30h 50m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
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12:35 - 14:05PUS  Busan Gimhae-MEL Melbourne
23h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,051Multiple Airlines
Wed, 25 Nov - Sun, 20 Dec
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01:35 - 07:00MEL  Melbourne-PUS Busan Gimhae
31h 25m2 stops Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Cebu City Mactan Intl
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16:40 - 04:55PUS  Busan Gimhae-MEL Melbourne
34h 15m1 stop Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
$1,052Multiple Airlines
Wed, 25 Nov - Sun, 20 Dec
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01:35 - 07:00MEL  Melbourne-PUS Busan Gimhae
31h 25m2 stops Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Cebu City Mactan Intl
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16:40 - 04:55PUS  Busan Gimhae-MEL Melbourne
34h 15m1 stop Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
$1,057Multiple Airlines
Wed, 25 Nov - Mon, 21 Dec
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01:35 - 07:00MEL  Melbourne-PUS Busan Gimhae
31h 25m2 stops Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Cebu City Mactan Intl
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21:30 - 00:10PUS  Busan Gimhae-MEL Melbourne
24h 40m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
$1,058Multiple Airlines
Sat, 14 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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13:00 - 17:50MEL  Melbourne-PUS Busan Gimhae
30h 50m1 stop Nanjing Lukou Intl
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12:35 - 14:05PUS  Busan Gimhae-MEL Melbourne
23h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,102China 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 with more confidence.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Busan. It's 8% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 26% higher.

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

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Busan at $917 return.
•June ($1,769) and August ($1,425) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 92% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Melbourne Airport to Busan the cheapest?

Flights from Melbourne Airport to Busan are cheapest in the 2 weeks before departure, based on KAYAK prices tracked over the past 12 months. During this period, fares are 6% below average.

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Key details for Melbourne Airport to Busan flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$481
Beat the crowds with an average 50% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 66% increase in travellers.
One-way flight 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • 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 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 $960 to $1,383, with an average of $1,094 over the past 12 months. Anything below $960 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) are 6% below the route average of $1,094. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but availability 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 $1,014 to $3,199. 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 $806, which is 22% 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 $100 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) – 47% of one-stop connections
    • Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Busan. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $1,012 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,384, a difference of $371.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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 09m, compared to 15h 04m via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) and 16h 24m via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).

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

    Busan is 2 hours 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $1,012, about $371 less than Monday fares (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you're flexible on your travel dates, booking last minute (within two weeks of departure) tends to be around 6% cheaper than the typical fare over the last 12 months, based on KAYAK data.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to Busan trip for April. Fares historically average $917 return in that month – typically $852 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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