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Cheapest return flight
$876
Typical prices: $978-$1,415
China Eastern
Mon 5/3Tue 13/3
MEL - PUS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$516
Typical prices: $546-$769
Multiple Airlines
Fri 16/2
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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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 16% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
Cheapest • Avg $888 (return)
Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE)
Shortest trip • 14h 08m (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

Fri, 5 Mar - Sat, 13 Mar
China Eastern Logo
22:30 - 16:50MEL  Melbourne-PUS Busan Gimhae
20h 20m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
17:50 - 14:05PUS  Busan Gimhae-MEL Melbourne
18h 15m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$876China Eastern
2 days ago
Sat, 27 Feb - Sat, 6 Mar
China Eastern Logo
12:00 - 11:35MEL  Melbourne-PUS Busan Gimhae
25h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
17:50 - 10:00PUS  Busan Gimhae-MEL Melbourne
14h 10m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$919China Eastern
2 days ago
Fri, 26 Feb - Sat, 6 Mar
China Eastern Logo
12:00 - 11:35MEL  Melbourne-PUS Busan Gimhae
25h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
17:50 - 14:05PUS  Busan Gimhae-MEL Melbourne
18h 15m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$919China Eastern
2 days ago
Wed, 10 Feb - Wed, 10 Mar
Singapore Airlines Logo
16:20 - 06:45MEL  Melbourne-PUS Busan Gimhae
16h 25m1 stop Singapore Changi
Singapore Airlines Logo
07:45 - 05:45PUS  Busan Gimhae-MEL Melbourne
20h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi
$1,161Singapore Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, 4 Mar - Sat, 13 Mar
Vietnam Airlines Logo
11:25 - 07:50MEL  Melbourne-PUS Busan Gimhae
22h 25m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnam Airlines Logo
10:35 - 22:50PUS  Busan Gimhae-MEL Melbourne
34h 15m1 stop Hanoi Noibai
$1,170Vietnam Airlines
2 days ago
Sun, 28 Feb - Sat, 6 Mar
China Airlines Logo
23:20 - 10:50MEL  Melbourne-PUS Busan Gimhae
13h 30m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
China Airlines Logo
11:50 - 12:05PUS  Busan Gimhae-MEL Melbourne
22h 15m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
$1,183China Airlines
2 days ago
Wed, 10 Feb - Wed, 10 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:10 - 08:05MEL  Melbourne-PUS Busan Gimhae
20h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:30 - 05:40PUS  Busan Gimhae-MEL Melbourne
42h 10m2 stops Ho Chi Minh City Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
$1,201Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Tue, 1 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 - 20:00MEL  Melbourne-PUS Busan Gimhae
33h 25m2 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:50 - 21:20PUS  Busan Gimhae-MEL Melbourne
22h 30m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Singapore Changi
$1,215Multiple Airlines
22 hours ago
Sat, 27 Feb - Sat, 6 Mar
China Airlines Logo
16:00 - 10:50MEL  Melbourne-PUS Busan Gimhae
20h 50m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
China Airlines Logo
19:50 - 12:05PUS  Busan Gimhae-MEL Melbourne
14h 15m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
$1,241China Airlines
2 days ago
Sat, 27 Feb - Sat, 6 Mar
Cathay Pacific Logo
08:40 - 07:10MEL  Melbourne-PUS Busan Gimhae
24h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
13:55 - 07:10PUS  Busan Gimhae-MEL Melbourne
15h 15m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$1,549Cathay Pacific
2 days ago
Booking Insights

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.

How much is a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Busan?

Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Busan typically range from $978 to $1,415. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $876 on China Eastern.

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 27% 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 $940 return.
•June ($1,813) and August ($1,460) 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 8% below average.

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Key details for Melbourne Airport to Busan flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$516
Beat the crowds with an average 54% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 51% 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?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Melbourne Airport to Busan.

  • 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 $978 to $1,415, with an average of $1,116 over the past 12 months. Anything below $978 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 9% below the route average of $1,116. 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 $876 to $2,674. 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $625, which is 8% below 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 averaging $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) – 51% of one-stop connections
    • Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) – 23% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 16% 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 $1,037 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,418, a difference of $380.

    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 08m, compared to 15h 04m via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) and 16h 40m 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 $1,037, about $380 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 8% 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 $940 return in that month – typically $873 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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