Travelling from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Melbourne is 16 hours ahead of Pittsburgh and is in the UTC+11 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your PIT to MEL flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Pittsburgh International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between PIT and MEL:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
$924 is the best price for a one-way Pittsburgh International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,692. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from PIT to MEL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
Handy information about Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
PIT is located at 1000 Airport Boulevard.
77% of flights that leave from Pittsburgh International Airport reach their destination on time.
Pittsburgh International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Pittsburgh. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to PIT:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
If you have a late Pittsburgh International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near MEL:
Grab a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and discover Melbourne and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
December is the most popular month for flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Melbourne in March.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PIT to MEL sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include National Gallery of Australia, National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy.
Around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, Geelong is another essential stop in Australia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre, Eastern Beach Promenade and Eastern Beach.