Flying from Swami Vivekananda Airport (RPR) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Raipur.
Your RPR to MEL flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Choose a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Swami Vivekananda Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is a popular stopover on the RPR to MEL route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Swami Vivekananda Airport (RPR) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
$393 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Swami Vivekananda Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. A return flight starts from $1,218. These prices can change based on demand.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from RPR to MEL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Swami Vivekananda Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across each month and score a great deal.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Swami Vivekananda Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
Handy information about Swami Vivekananda Airport (RPR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Swami Vivekananda Airport, 72.58% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Swami Vivekananda Airport from central Raipur, it takes around 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Swami Vivekananda Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near RPR:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Swami Vivekananda Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
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To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks in advance.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
From Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, Melbourne is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Swami Vivekananda Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Melbourne based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Swami Vivekananda Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from RPR to MEL in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Geelong is another sought-after destination in Australia and is around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. No journey is complete without dropping by Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.
