Cheap Flights to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

Discover Melbourne Tullamarine

The capital of the lush state of Victoria is Australian sophistication epitomized. Voted consistently as the most livable city in the country, Melbourne is fantastic for visitors too. Completely living up to its hip reputation, you will find trendy bars, pop up restaurants, and coffee houses everywhere in this city. Added to that, this is a cultural powerhouse, with a series of excellent museums and galleries that really display Australia at its best.

Things to do in Melbourne, Australia

Take a cruise down the River Yarra to get situated in this stylish city, and then when you disembark, spend the morning touring the Royal Botanic Gardens, which covers 40 hectares and includes a wonderful Aboriginal Heritage Walk that will give you an insight into this city’s indigenous roots.

Also on the banks of the Yarra, is Southbank, where you will find the Arts Centre, a complex that comprises of theatres and a concert hall where you can see the city’s orchestra perform. It is in this same area where you can also step into the extraordinary National Gallery of Victoria, which is the oldest of its kind in the country, and holds some world-class art collections.

If you’re planning on heading to Fitzroy for its nightlife, and excellent boutique shopping options, don’t forget to make a bee-line for Fitzroy Gardens and step into Captain Cook’s Cottage, a landmark with a quirky backstory—the home was originally situated in Yorkshire, England, until it was brought over and rebuilt in the 1930s on the site you see today.

For fun in the sun, the best place to spend your day is in St. Kilda. Shop down Acland Street, and have a drink on Fitzroy Street, and then head down to the water where you can walk, rollerblade or cycle along the foreshore, sunbathe on the golden sand beaches, or jump in the azure waters to cool off on a summer’s day.

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Best time to visit Melbourne, Australia

• The shoulder seasons of spring (September-October) and autumn (March-May) are best for visiting Melbourne. The weather at this time is temperate and the crowds are much thinner than in summer. Autumn is a particular favourite, when the max temperatures are about 20°C, with lows of 10°C. 
• Summer is hot and more crowded, with highs of 25°C, though this has been known to soar to the 30s.

• Winter can sink as low as 6°C, but prices are at their lowest.

Best time to book

• If you are flying from Australia’s eastern coast, you must leave between 4 and 11 weeks between booking and flying for a good price. If you are flying from the western coast, it’s recommended to plan your trip 15 weeks in advance.

Expect to pay

• Australian Dollar (AUD). 
• A cup of coffee, like a cappuccino, will cost about $3.85 on average in Melbourne.

Arriving to the Melbourne, Australia by plane

• The major airline hub in the city is Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). It is one of the busiest airports in the country and is serviced by many carriers, including TigerAir, Regional Express, Virgin Australia, Alliance Airlines, Qantas, Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Air China, Delta, Malaysia Airlines, United, Emirates, Etihad Airways and Singapore Airlines.
• The airport is approximately 23km from downtown, and boasts ATMS, currency exchange services, a variety of dining options and a wide range of retailers.
• You will find that there are direct and regular flights to Melbourne from every major city in Australia.

Visa requirements

• If you are not an Australian national, you will need to obtain a visa for visiting Melbourne if your flight originates from outside the country. For more details on your individual national requirements you can check here for all the relevant information.

Transportation to city centre

• An approximate fare for a taxi ride from Melbourne Airport into Downtown should be around $55-65.
• You can also take the Skybus service, which is a shared ride van that costs $19 per adult, one-way.
• You can also take public buses, which are the cheapest option, though you will need to purchase a smart card called the Myki. 
• There are rental car agencies within the airport, but you can also organise an airport transfer or a car hire using Skyscanner’s search tools.

Where to stay on the Melbourne, Australia?

• Stay in swish St. Kilda if you want access to beaches, excellent restaurants and the Luna Park funfair.
• South Melbourne is great if you fancy staying in luxury high rises and love a view, as most hotels will overlook the lovely Yarra River.
• Book in East Melbourne if you’re after more moderate hotels, and close access to some of the city’s best heritage attractions.

Useful tips before you go

• Don’t forget to visit the celebrated Prahran Market if you’re a foodie, as this is the gastronomic mecca of Melbourne. 
• If you get lost, look out for one of the City Ambassadors, donned in red uniforms they will provide you with any directions and information you might need for getting around the city. They will generally be wondering around the central areas of Melbourne.