Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Antalya Airport (AYT): what you need to know
Antalya is eight hours behind Melbourne and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
Your MEL to AYT flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as January, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to check out a new city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Antalya Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Hamad International Airport is a sought-after stop between MEL and AYT.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Antalya Airport (AYT)
$647 is currently the best price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Antalya Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,226. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap tickets from MEL to AYT, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Antalya Airport.
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Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Antalya Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it takes about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near MEL? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Antalya Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Antalya Airport (AYT)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Antalya Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near AYT instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Antalya Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, AllMeet rent a car or Right Cars and experience the lesser-explored corners of Antalya and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Antalya Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Antalya Airport (AYT) to central Antalya
Antalya Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Antalya. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Antalya Airport (AYT)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Antalya Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Antalya based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Antalya Airport for July if you'd like to go to Antalya during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MEL to AYT sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've done Antalya, now it's time to discover other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey about 483 kilometres north to Istanbul to check off its leading attractions. From Topkapi Palace to The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Türkiye (Turkey), head for Ankara, about 386 kilometres north-east of Antalya. Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park are among the biggest draws.