Flying from Glasgow to Melbourne: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Glasgow to Melbourne. Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are Glasgow's main airports.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the primary arrival point in Melbourne.
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is 11 hours ahead of Glasgow.
Give yourself enough time to catch your Glasgow to Melbourne flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Melbourne
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap Glasgow to Melbourne flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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Flying from Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Whether you'd like to visit a new place along the way or just have a break, we make it a breeze to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options departing from Glasgow International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport (DXB) is a stop you can make during your Glasgow to Melbourne flight.
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow, GLA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Glasgow to Melbourne? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Glasgow International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% touch down on time at their destination.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
On public transport, you can travel from central Glasgow to PIK in around 55 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 40 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not book an extra night away from home? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your flight from Glasgow to Melbourne:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76.7%.
Arriving in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The distance from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is roughly 19 kilometres. It'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes about 40 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Glasgow to Melbourne. Book one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Pick up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and explore Melbourne and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are popular outlets you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks in advance of your Glasgow to Melbourne flight.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. After your flight from Glasgow to Melbourne, it takes approximately 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 2 hours 5 minutes.
Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire make collecting an Avalon Airport rental car simple. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at AVV will help you stay within budget.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Step off your flight from Glasgow to Melbourne and head straight for your hotel or start exploring right away. Central Melbourne is around 11 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and takes roughly 25 minutes to drive there.
If you're using public transport, the journey takes around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Take the guesswork out of the next part of your trip by picking up an Essendon Airport rental car. East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar are dependable companies for booking.
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Glasgow to Melbourne is always smart. As well as better deals, you'll be able to choose the vehicle make and model you prefer at MEB.
Best time to go to Melbourne
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Glasgow to Melbourne. January is the most popular month to travel to Melbourne. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Glasgow to Melbourne ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for cheap flights from Glasgow to Melbourne around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Melbourne right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Melbourne:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are top sights which should feature on every Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be explored. About 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a trip to Canberra will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Australia, head for Geelong, roughly 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre are key highlights.