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Flying to Australia - Essential Information for Travelling to Australia from Asia
The following Airlines fly regularly to Australia from Asia :
- Qantas Airways www.qantas.com
- Singapore Airlines www.singaporeair.com
- Malaysian Airlines www.malaysiaairlines.com
- British Airways www.britishairways.com
- JAL www.jal.com
- Emirates Airlines www.emiratesairlines.com
- Air India www.airindia .com
Approximate flight times to Melbourne , Australia from Asia are as follows:
- Singapore 7 hours - direct flight
- Kuala Lumpur 7 hours - 1 stop in Singapore
- Beijing 15 hours - connecting flight via Singapore
- Tokyo 12 hour - direct flight
- India 15 hours - 1 stop in Singapore / Hong Kong or Kuala Lumpur
Value
Once you have arrived in Australia , you will notice that your dollar will go further compared to other countries. Please find below examples of pricing in Australia:
| Product | AUD | ¥YEN | CNY | $SGD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation (based on 3 star hotel) | $140 per night |
¥10,088 per night |
687 per night |
$152 per night |
| Can of Coke | $2.30 | ¥165 | 11.29 | $2.50 |
| Big Mac | $4.25 | ¥306 | 20.86 | $4.62 |
| Glass of beer | $3.10-$3.50 | ¥237 | 16.20 | $3.60 |
The prices are based on the currency rate in April 2009

