Flying from Melbourne to Pisa International Airport (PSA): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Pisa International Airport (PSA) out of here.
Pisa is ten hours behind Melbourne. Pisa International Airport is located in Pisa, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Melbourne to PSA, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Stopovers offer the opportunity to visit a new place or just have a break during your journey. When looking for a cheap flight from Melbourne to PSA, deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Dubai Airport (DXB) is an option when you're setting off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne to Pisa International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% land on schedule at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in about 2 hours 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 50 minutes.
Getting to the airport on time before your Melbourne to PSA flight is far easier when you stay close to Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel gives you a head start on the journey.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 80.09% of them arriving on schedule.
About Pisa International Airport (PSA)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Pisa International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near PSA:
Explore without limits with a Pisa International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, ECH or RentSmart24 and see more of Pisa and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Melbourne to Pisa International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Pisa International Airport (PSA) to central Pisa
Pisa International Airport is about 5 kilometres from central Pisa. The time it takes to get to the centre by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport takes around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Pisa International Airport (PSA)
Currently, 827 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Pisa International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 1.122 €. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Melbourne to PSA, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to Pisa International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's a better deal on plane tickets from Melbourne to PSA.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Melbourne to Pisa International Airport.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Pisa International Airport (PSA)
July is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Pisa International Airport (PSA). Plan your visit to Pisa in February if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in Pisa is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your Melbourne to PSA plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Pisa International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Pisa
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Pisa International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Pisa:
Your Pisa trip wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that belong on your itinerary include Leaning Tower of Pisa, Piazza del Duomo and Piazza dei Miracoli.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be explored after you've experienced Pisa. Around 257 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Visiting the Pope at St. Peter's Basilica Church, St. Peter's Square and Sistine Chapel.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Italy, head for Milan, about 225 kilometres north-west of Pisa. The Last Supper Museum, Milan Cathedral and Teatro alla Scala are among the biggest draws.
