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Cheap flights Balikpapan — Melbourne

from $240 4 978 km ~6h 21m 9 flights found 1 airlines cheapest on Friday
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12+ years
1
Children
2–11 years
0
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under 2
0
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Cheapest: $240 on 11.12.2026
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Cheapest flights found
11 Dec 2026, Fri
Lion Air JT 663
06:10
BPN Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport
13:40
MEL Tullamarine Airport
7h 30m 1 stop
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13 Dec 2026, Sun
Lion Air JT 663
06:10
BPN Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport
13:40
MEL Tullamarine Airport
7h 30m 1 stop
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09 Dec 2026, Wed
Lion Air JT 663
06:10
BPN Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport
13:40
MEL Tullamarine Airport
7h 30m 1 stop
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10 Dec 2026, Thu
Lion Air JT 663
06:10
BPN Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport
13:40
MEL Tullamarine Airport
7h 30m 1 stop
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12 Dec 2026, Sat
Lion Air JT 663
06:10
BPN Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport
13:40
MEL Tullamarine Airport
7h 30m 1 stop
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15 Dec 2026, Tue
Lion Air JT 663
06:10
BPN Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport
13:40
MEL Tullamarine Airport
7h 30m 1 stop
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Route characteristics
Distance
4 978 km
Flight time
6h 21m
Time difference
+3h
Minimum price
from $240 (11.12.2026)
Average price
$248
Maximum price
$255
Departures per week
1
Cheapest day
Friday
Departure airports (1)
BPN Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport
Arrival airports (1)
MEL Tullamarine Airport
Airlines (1)
JT Lion Air
Agencies (2)
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Prices by day of week
Airlines — cheapest prices 1
Lion Air
Lion Air
Low-cost 9 flights · 9 days
$240
Where to buy tickets 2
Clickavia
5 tickets · 5 days
from $240
Kupi.com
4 tickets · 4 days
from $246
Airports

From — Balikpapan (1)

  • BPN Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport

To — Melbourne (1)

  • MEL Tullamarine Airport
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Frequently asked questions about the route Balikpapan — Melbourne
How long is the flight from Balikpapan to Melbourne?
Approximate flight time — 6h 21m. This is an average for a direct flight. With connections, the time may be longer.
What is the distance from Balikpapan to Melbourne?
The straight-line distance — 4 978 km.
How much do flights from Balikpapan to Melbourne cost?
The minimum price over 3 months — from $240 on 11.12.2026.
What is the average ticket price?
The average price — $248. Range: $240 — $255.
What is the time difference between Balikpapan and Melbourne?
The difference — +3h.
From which airports does Balikpapan operate flights?
From Balikpapan: BPN (Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport).
To which airports in Melbourne do flights arrive?
To Melbourne: MEL (Tullamarine Airport).
Which airlines fly this route?
This route is served by 1 airline: Lion Air.
Which day of the week is cheapest?
The cheapest day of the week — Friday.
When is the best time to buy tickets?
Optimal — 1–3 months before departure. Check the calendar above — it shows the best dates.
How do I book flights?
Click "View this ticket" on any flight card — you'll be redirected to the booking page with this specific ticket pre-selected.
About the route Balikpapan — Melbourne

Flights Balikpapan — Melbourne is a popular route. The straight-line distance is 4 978 km. Flight time 6h 21m. Time difference +3h.

From Balikpapan (BPN) flights depart from 1 airport: BPN. To Melbourne (MEL) — 1 arrival airport: MEL.

1 airline operate on this route: Lion Air.

The minimum price for the next 3 months — from $240 (11.12.2026). The cheapest dates are highlighted in the calendar above.

The average ticket price — $248, ranging from $240 to $255. Book 1–3 months in advance to get the best deals.

Cheapest day to fly — Friday.

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