Travelling from Hamburg to Melbourne: what you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Hamburg. Hamburg Airport (HAM) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Hamburg to Melbourne jetting off from here.
Disembark at Melbourne's primary gateway, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, which makes Melbourne ten hours ahead of Hamburg.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your Hamburg to Melbourne flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Melbourne
To find cheap Hamburg to Melbourne flights, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Hamburg to Melbourne is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across every month and score a sweet deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from Hamburg to Melbourne by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' Hamburg to Melbourne flights.
Flying from Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Whether you'd like to discover a new city on the way or just take a break, we make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To check out your options taking off from Hamburg Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport (DXB) is a stop you can make on your Hamburg to Melbourne flight.
Travelling from central Hamburg to HAM takes around 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Hamburg to Melbourne? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Hamburg Airport:
75.01% of flights taking off from Hamburg Airport reach their destination on time.
Arriving in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The distance from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is approximately 19 kilometres. It'll take you about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near MEL if you have a late flight from Hamburg to Melbourne. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and explore Melbourne and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. Once you've hopped off your flight from Hamburg to Melbourne, it'll take you approximately 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 2 hours 5 minutes.
The fastest way to reach your destination is with an Avalon Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental or yesaway car hire and be off and running.
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from AVV three weeks in advance often means lower prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Travel to the centre after your flight from Hamburg to Melbourne has landed. Central Melbourne is about 11 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and takes roughly 25 minutes to get to by car.
The journey takes around 1 hour 15 minutes using public transport.
Be in control of the next leg of your trip by picking up an Essendon Airport rental car. East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar are dependable companies for booking.
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Hamburg to Melbourne is smart. Along with better prices, you'll get a better selection of vehicle makes and models at MEB.
Best time to go to Melbourne
April is the quietest month for flights from Hamburg to Melbourne, while January is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Melbourne based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Hamburg to Melbourne ticket departing in January if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Melbourne to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Hamburg to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Melbourne
After booking your flight from Hamburg to Melbourne, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Melbourne:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are highlights which should feature on every Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Australia waiting to be explored. About 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a visit to Canberra will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Geelong is another must-experience destination in Australia and is around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. No trip is complete without seeing Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.