Flying from Washington DC to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): What you need to know
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is 16 hours ahead of Washington DC. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located in Melbourne.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Washington DC to MEL.
With more people on the move during busy months like April, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Thanksgiving.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Washington DC to MEL. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
DCA is about 6 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Washington DC to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 76% touch down on time at their destination.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Washington DC to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, here's where you can stop when heading out from Washington Dulles International Airport:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
On public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in about 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 45 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to MEL flight:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 74%.
The street address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Searching for a plane ticket from Washington DC to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) with one or more stops can give you more departure time choices along with better fares. When leaving from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI), here are a few places you can make a pit stop at on the way to MEL:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
From central Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 40 minutes to get there by car and 50 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Make catching an early Washington DC to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Baltimore Washington International Airport and get to the check-in counter without rushing:
The on-time performance rating of BWI is 77%. In other words, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Washington DC to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near MEL:
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Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Melbourne. How long it'll take to get there by car hire or taxi depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
$786 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Return flights start at $1,590. These fares may change based on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Washington DC to MEL if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
December is the most popular month for flights from Washington DC to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Visit Melbourne in September if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Book a Washington DC to MEL plane ticket departing in January if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Melbourne to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in July when temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Melbourne
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Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Flinders Street Railway Station, Australian Grand Prix and Formula 1 Grand Prix Circuit are essential stops on your Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Melbourne, now it's time to explore more of Australia. Travel about 113 kilometres northwest to Bendigo to check off its top attractions. From Sacred Heart Cathedral to Bendigo Botanic Gardens and Central Deborah Gold Mine, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Ballarat is another well-known destination in Australia and is around 88 kilometres west of Melbourne. No trip is complete without seeing St Patrick's Cathedral, St. Alipius Sovereign Hill and Ballarat Wildlife Park.