Flying from Melbourne to Antwerp International Airport (ANR): What you need to know
Antwerp is ten hours behind Melbourne. Antwerp International Airport is located in Antwerp, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Melbourne to ANR.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like December. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Antwerp International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Of all flights leaving Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 68% land on time at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can get to AVV from the centre of Melbourne in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Melbourne to ANR flight is easier when you stay near Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will put you a short ride from the airport.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 80% of them touching down on schedule.
About Antwerp International Airport (ANR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Antwerp International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near ANR instead:
Pick up a Antwerp International Airport rental car and discover Antwerp and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Hertz and Sixt are popular outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week ahead of your Melbourne to Antwerp International Airport flight.
Getting from Antwerp International Airport (ANR) to central Antwerp
Antwerp International Airport is around 6 kilometres from the centre of Antwerp. It takes around 15 minutes or so to drive to the city.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Antwerp International Airport (ANR)
$919 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Antwerp International Airport. A return flight starts from $2,264. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to ANR. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Cheap Melbourne to Antwerp International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal is available on plane tickets from Melbourne to ANR.
Find an affordable flight from Melbourne to Antwerp International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Antwerp International Airport (ANR)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne to Antwerp International Airport (ANR). October is the busiest month to visit Antwerp. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in December.
When booking your Melbourne to ANR plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Antwerp, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Antwerp International Airport in January when temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Antwerp
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Antwerp International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Antwerp:
Cathedral of Our Lady and Vincent Van Goghplein are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Antwerp travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Antwerpen.
Explore more of Belgium
You've visited Antwerp, now it's time to discover other parts of Belgium. Journey around 97 kilometres southeast to Liege to tick off its top sights. From Cathedral de Liege (Liege Cathedral) to Saint Bartholomew's Church and Parc De La Citadelle, your itinerary will be busy.
Ostend is another essential stop in Belgium and is around 105 kilometres west of Antwerp. No journey is complete without visiting Belgian Coast, Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul and The Crystal Ship.