Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Frankfurt is ten hours behind Melbourne, where Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located. Frankfurt follows the UTC+1 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your MEL to Frankfurt flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Heading away during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from MEL to Frankfurt with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Frankfurt? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near MEL:
Of the departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Frankfurt
352 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Frankfurt flight. A return plane ticket starts from 777 €. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from MEL to Frankfurt if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
Scoring cheap tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Frankfurt is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest fares across every month and walk away with an incredible deal.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Frankfurt. Reserve one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
Grab a Frankfurt Airport rental car and discover Frankfurt and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are leading providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from MEL to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
The centre of Frankfurt is around 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN). Once your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Frankfurt has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 2 hours 40 minutes.
After stepping off your MEL to Frankfurt flight, kick back at a hotel close to HHN. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the availability and rates from Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from HHN four weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Before locking in your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Frankfurt, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Frankfurt offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season means you'll get better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Frankfurt plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from MEL to Frankfurt around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Frankfurt, check out our range of hotels including:
Goethe House and Palmengarten are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Frankfurt itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Frankfurt Cathedral.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Germany you'll want to see. Around 418 kilometres north-east of Frankfurt, a trip to Berlin will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If you want to check out another side of Germany, consider Hamburg, about 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are among its highlights.