Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Srinagar International Airport (SXR): what you need to know
To ensure you catch your MEL to SXR flight, 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 like January? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Opt for a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Srinagar International Airport. Indira Gandhi International Airport is a top stopover on the MEL to SXR route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Srinagar International Airport (SXR)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Srinagar International Airport flight is $525. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $837. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from MEL to SXR. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Srinagar International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, data shows 67.71% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it'll take around 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near MEL? If you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Srinagar International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Srinagar International Airport (SXR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Srinagar International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SXR instead:
Getting from Srinagar International Airport (SXR) to central Srinagar
Srinagar International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Srinagar. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Srinagar International Airport (SXR)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Srinagar International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Srinagar. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Srinagar is July, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Srinagar International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MEL to SXR in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Ludhiana is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Srinagar. Around 370 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Urban State phase 1 Park, New Model Town PARK and Om Park.
Around 274 kilometres south of Srinagar, Amritsar is another favourite stop in India. No visit is complete without checking out Golden Temple, Sculpture in Honour of the Martyrs of Jallianwala Bagh and Maharaja Ranjit Singh Museum.