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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne to General Santos International flights are currently cheapest in August.

Melbourne to General Santos International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Melbourne to General Santos below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than General Santos International.

Melbourne to General Santos: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP21,377
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne to General Santos International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne to General Santos International is P21,377. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Melbourne to General Santos International. But we found flights with one stop from P21,377.
As of October 2025, there are no flights flying from Melbourne to General Santos International.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to General Santos International is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to General Santos International Airport on Saturday, 1 August 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Melbourne and General Santos International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to General Santos International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to General Santos is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to General Santos International is Jetstar .

Travelling from Melbourne to General Santos International Airport (GES): What you need to know

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to General Santos International Airport (GES) leaving from here.

  • General Santos is three hours behind Melbourne. General Santos International Airport is located in General Santos, which runs on the UTC+8 timezone.

  • Your flight from Melbourne to GES won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • Travelling during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Whether you're hoping to visit another city as part of your journey or just take a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To check out your options taking off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Melbourne to GES.

  • The journey from central Melbourne to MEL takes about 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Melbourne to General Santos International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:

  • 67.71% of flights that take off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport reach their destination on time.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • You can arrive at AVV from central Melbourne in approximately 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.

  • You're going on holiday, so why not book another night away at a hotel near Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to GES flight, check yourself in to Corio Bay Motel.

  • Avalon Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 80.09% of flights taking off from here keep to their planned arrival schedule.

About General Santos International Airport (GES)

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to General Santos International Airport (GES)

  • At the moment, P16,061 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to General Santos International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is P21,377. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to GES. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Melbourne to General Santos International Airport ticket.

  • Be the first to know about deals for plane tickets from Melbourne to GES by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Uncover a great deal on a flight from Melbourne to General Santos International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

The best time to fly from Melbourne to General Santos International Airport (GES)

  • Picture the kind of break you want when deciding when to fly. February is the quietest month to go to General Santos. June is when most people book flights from Melbourne to General Santos International Airport (GES), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.

  • Book a Melbourne to GES plane ticket departing in March if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in General Santos to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to General Santos International Airport in July when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

More about General Santos

  • Flight from Melbourne to General Santos International Airport? Locked in. A hotel to stay in General Santos? We can help you with that too. Giorgios Place and Dolores Farm Resort are traveller favourites for a reason.

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Barikot View Deck, Lamtiles Nature Park and Buko-Buko Peak are leading attractions which should be on every General Santos itinerary.

Explore more of the Philippines

  • General Santos has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the Philippines waiting to be discovered. Around 129 kilometres north-east of General Santos, a visit to Davao will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like San Pedro Cathedral in Davao, Epol Falls and Lantaw Davao.

  • Around 257 kilometres north of General Santos, Iligan is another essential stop in the Philippines. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Dao River Escapade, Timoga Cold Springs and Mimbalot Falls.

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