Travelling from Bremen Airport (BRE) to Melbourne: what you need to know
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11. The city is ten hours ahead of Bremen, where Bremen Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to catch your BRE to Melbourne flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
BRE is around 3 kilometres from central Bremen. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 15 minutes.
In search of a hotel near BRE? If you're boarding an early flight from Bremen Airport to Melbourne, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of all flights departing from Bremen Airport, 78.68% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bremen Airport (BRE) to Melbourne
448 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bremen Airport to Melbourne flight. A return plane ticket right now is 911 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from BRE to Melbourne if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
Landing cheap tickets from Bremen Airport to Melbourne is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest fares across each month and pick up an awesome deal.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Bremen Airport to Melbourne. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and see more of Melbourne and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from BRE to Melbourne.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is about 56 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. Following your flight from Bremen Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 2 hours 5 minutes.
Unpack and relax not long after your BRE to Melbourne flight at Corio Bay Motel. This comfy accommodation option is a short drive from AVV.
Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire make picking up an Avalon Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at AVV will help you save.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Essendon Airport (MEB) is around 19 kilometres from central Melbourne. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by car once you've hopped off your flight from Bremen Airport to Melbourne.
If you use public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your trip by staying at a hotel near MEB after your BRE to Melbourne flight. Unwind after a day of travel or just give yourself time to get your bearings in a new city at:
Take the guesswork out of the next part of your trip by picking up an Essendon Airport rental car. East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar make getting on the road smooth sailing.
If you'd like a specific make or model, booking early increases your chances of getting what you want. Reserve your ride from MEB at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Bremen Airport to Melbourne.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Plan your trip to Melbourne in peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Bremen Airport to Melbourne in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before booking a Bremen Airport to Melbourne plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from BRE to Melbourne around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Melbourne right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Bremen Airport to Melbourne:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Australia, consider Launceston, roughly 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience are key reasons to visit.