Flying from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, which makes Melbourne eight hours ahead of Dar Es Salaam.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your DAR to MEL flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Many travellers pass through Hamad International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Julius Nyerere International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight is $917. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $1,627. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DAR to MEL if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
68.39% of flights departing from Julius Nyerere International Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Dar Es Salaam to Julius Nyerere International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near DAR. Whether you're catching an early flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
If you have a late Julius Nyerere International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near MEL:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and experience the lesser-explored corners of Melbourne and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
From Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, Melbourne is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
January is the busiest month for flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Melbourne in April.
Lock in your flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport for January if you'd like to visit Melbourne during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DAR to MEL in July. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Australia waiting to be explored. About 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a trip to Canberra will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Geelong is another must-experience destination in Australia and is around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. No journey is complete without experiencing Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.