Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG): what you need to know
Paris's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Paris ten hours behind Melbourne.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your MEL to CDG flight.
During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between MEL and CDG include:
Changi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport flight is 361 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 687 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MEL to CDG if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from MEL to CDG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.71% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 40 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to MEL:
Arriving at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CDG if you have a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Paris and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris
The address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Charles de Gaulle Airport to central Paris has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Paris. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport for August if you'd like to explore Paris during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEL to CDG in January. Average temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of France
You've visited Paris, now it's time to discover other parts of France. Journey around 386 kilometres south-east to Lyon to check off its leading sights. From Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere to Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another side of France, head for Nantes, roughly 338 kilometres south-west of Paris. Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes are key reasons to visit.