Flying from London to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): What you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located in Melbourne. The city follows the UTC+11 timezone and is 11 hours ahead of London.
To ensure you get on your flight from London to MEL, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from London to MEL. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular options:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Located around 24 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from London to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels near London Heathrow Airport:
Of the departures from London Heathrow Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from London to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Here's where you can connect between London Gatwick Airport and MEL:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
You can get to LGW from the centre of London in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to MEL flight:
Most flights that leave London Gatwick Airport land at their destination on schedule. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 82%.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
You can reserve a plane ticket from London to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) out of London Stansted Airport (STN) with a stopover. Dubai International Airport (DXB) is a popular transfer point.
The journey to STN from central London is around 45 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your London to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near London Stansted Airport make departure day effortless if you're setting off early:
With 80% of its departing flights arriving as scheduled, STN is a reliable starting point for any adventure.
About Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Consider booking a hotel close to MEL if you have a late flight from London to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Check in to one of these options and be in bed sooner:
For the lowest price, reserve your ride around four weeks ahead of your London to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to the centre of Melbourne is about 19 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a taxi, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is $636. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $978. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from London to MEL if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Affordable London to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from London to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Pick the departure times, carriers and stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from London to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
July is the most popular month for flights from London to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Visit Melbourne in December if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your London to MEL plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
July sees temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from London to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from London to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Flinders Street Railway Station and Melbourne's Gardens are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Melbourne to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Melbourne Park.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Melbourne, now it's time to discover other corners of Australia. Journey around 113 kilometres northwest to Bendigo to tick off its leading attractions. From Sacred Heart Cathedral to Bendigo Botanic Gardens and Central Deborah Gold Mine, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Australia, consider Ballarat, roughly 88 kilometres west of Melbourne. St Patrick's Cathedral, Ballarat Wildlife Park and Ballarat Botanical Gardens are among its highlights.