Flying from Melbourne to King Fahd International Airport (DMM): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to King Fahd International Airport (DMM) out of here.
Dammam is eight hours behind Melbourne. King Fahd International Airport is located in Dammam, which is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to DMM. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Peak season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Melbourne to DMM. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to King Fahd International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just what you're after:
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, 67.71% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can get to AVV from the centre of Melbourne in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Relax before your Melbourne to DMM flight at a hotel near Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can jump out of bed and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
Most flights that leave Avalon Airport land at their destination as expected. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 80.09%.
About King Fahd International Airport (DMM)
Hit the road running by picking up a King Fahd International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals and explore beyond Dammam's main sights.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Melbourne to King Fahd International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from King Fahd International Airport (DMM) to central Dammam
King Fahd International Airport to the centre of Dammam is around 29 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It takes around 1 hour 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to King Fahd International Airport (DMM)
At the moment, 390 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to King Fahd International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 626 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Melbourne to DMM, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to King Fahd International Airport tickets across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from Melbourne to King Fahd International Airport. Pick the departure times, airlines and number of stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to King Fahd International Airport (DMM)
July is when most people book flights from Melbourne to King Fahd International Airport (DMM). Plan your visit to Dammam in April for a more laid-back experience.
Before locking in your Melbourne to DMM plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Dammam, with temperatures ranging from 31ºC (88ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to King Fahd International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Dammam
After booking your flight from Melbourne to King Fahd International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dammam:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Swan Park at King Fahd Theme Park, Al Bayan Mosque and Adventure World are essential stops on your Dammam itinerary.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Al Hufūf is just one of the many cities in Saudi Arabia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Dammam. Around 121 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Abu Ayyub al-Ansari Mosque, Al Ahsa National Museum and Prince Saad bin Jalawi Mosque.
Around 121 kilometres south of Dammam, Al Mubarraz is another favourite stop in Saudi Arabia. Start your sightseeing at Imam Hussain Mosque, Imam Redha Mosque and Andalus Garden 2.