Travelling from Griffith Airport (GFF) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, which is the same as Griffith.
To ensure you get on your GFF to MEL flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as March. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Griffith Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Many passengers pass through Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Griffith Airport (GFF) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Griffith Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight is $310. A round-trip fare right now is $711. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from GFF to MEL if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Griffith Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Griffith Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
Handy information about Griffith Airport (GFF)
When it comes to Griffith Airport's on-time performance, 67.16% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Griffith Airport from central Griffith, it takes about 10 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near GFF? If you're catching an early flight from Griffith Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Consider booking a hotel close to MEL if you're on a late Griffith Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
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Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
It takes roughly 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Griffith Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Melbourne based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Griffith Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GFF to MEL in July. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If there's time to check out another corner of Australia, consider Geelong, about 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre are among the biggest draws.
