Travelling from Melbourne to Roma Airport (RMA): What you need to know
Start your trip planning by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from Melbourne to Roma Airport (RMA). Explore the options for taking off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) or Avalon Airport (AVV), two of the city's main airports.
Roma is one hour behind Melbourne. Roma Airport is located in Roma, which follows the UTC+10 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Melbourne to RMA. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne to Roma Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
Of all flights leaving Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% land on time at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can get to AVV from the centre of Melbourne in approximately 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Relax before your Melbourne to RMA flight at a hotel close to Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can jump out of bed and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 80.09% of them landing as planned.
About Roma Airport (RMA)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Melbourne to Roma Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near RMA:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Roma Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Thrifty or Budget and explore beyond Roma's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks in advance of your Melbourne to Roma Airport flight.
Getting from Roma Airport (RMA) to central Roma
Roma Airport to the centre of Roma is about 5 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Roma Airport (RMA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Roma Airport is $400. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $778. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Melbourne to RMA, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Melbourne to Roma Airport ticket.
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Lock in a cheap flight from Melbourne to Roma Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Roma Airport (RMA)
February is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Roma Airport (RMA), while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Roma based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Roma is January, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your Melbourne to RMA flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Roma Airport in July when temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Roma
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Roma right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Melbourne to Roma Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. BOOBOOK Ecotours, Walkabout Park and Saint Paul's Anglican Church are major attractions which should feature on any good Roma itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Roma, now it's time to explore other parts of Australia. Travel about 257 kilometres east to Dalby to tick off its leading sights. From Saint Joseph's Catholic Church to Dalby Museum and Dalby Golf Club, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 193 kilometres east of Roma, Chinchilla is another favourite stop in Australia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Barakula State Forest, Chinchilla Weir and Chinchilla Weir Camping.
