Travelling from RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is nine hours ahead of Harare.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your HRE to MEL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way RG Mugabe International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight is 677 €. A return fare right now is 1.329 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from HRE to MEL, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from RG Mugabe International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE)
Of the flights that depart from RG Mugabe International Airport, 78.56% arrive on time at their destination.
RG Mugabe International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Harare. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from RG Mugabe International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to HRE:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a RG Mugabe International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Pick up 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 providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
January is the most popular month for flights from RG Mugabe International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Melbourne in April.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from RG Mugabe International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for cheap tickets from HRE to MEL sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
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