Travelling from London to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): What you need to know
Take your pick of multiple airports when organising a flight from London to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Check out your options for jetting out of London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
Melbourne is 11 hours ahead of London. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located in Melbourne, which is in the UTC+11 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from London to MEL.
In high season, expect extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from London to MEL that include a stopover. To explore your options leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between LHR and MEL include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The journey from central London to LHR takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
68.18% of flights taking off from London Heathrow Airport reach their destination on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Knock a new city off your list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from London to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, browse these options when leaving from London Gatwick Airport:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
With public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your London to MEL flight? Relax in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your holiday officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
69.26% of flights leaving London Gatwick Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Whether just for an hour or two or a handful of days, a stopover can make your journey feel a little more stress-free. When jetting out of Stansted Airport (STN), you can book a plane ticket from London to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) stopping at Dubai Airport (DXB).
STN is around 64 kilometres from central London. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Make catching an early London to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Stansted Airport and get to your departure gate without rushing:
Flights that leave from STN touch down at their destination as scheduled 64.73% of the time.
About Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Consider booking a hotel near MEL if you're catching a late flight from London to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Check in to one of these options and be in bed sooner:
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For the best deal, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your London to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to central Melbourne is about 19 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic and the time of day.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Right now, 329 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 585 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from London to MEL if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest London to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport tickets across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from London to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from London to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
April is the quietest month for flights from London to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Melbourne based on whether you want 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 London to MEL plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July sees temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for cheap tickets from London to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
Once you've booked your flight from London to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Melbourne:
Flinders Street Railway Station and Australian Grand Prix are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Melbourne itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Formula 1 Grand Prix Circuit.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Melbourne, now it's time to discover other parts of Australia. Travel about 113 kilometres north-west to Bendigo to tick off its top attractions. From Sacred Heart Cathedral to Bendigo Botanic Gardens and Central Deborah Gold Mine, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Australia, head for Ballarat, roughly 88 kilometres west of Melbourne. St Patrick's Cathedral, St. Alipius Sovereign Hill and Ballarat Wildlife Park are among its highlights.
