Flying from Melbourne to Venice: what you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where countless awesome holidays begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Melbourne to Venice.
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) and Treviso Airport (TSF) are Venice's major entry points.
The timezone in Venice is UTC+1, which is ten hours behind Melbourne.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your Melbourne to Venice flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Venice
To pick up cheap Melbourne to Venice flights, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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Flying from Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Whether you want to explore a new city on the way or just have a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport (DXB) is a stop you can make during your Melbourne to Venice flight.
MEL is about 19 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Melbourne to Venice? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% of flights complete their journey on time.
Arriving in Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
The distance from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to central Venice is approximately 8 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there on public transport.
Book a hotel close to VCE if you're coming in on a late flight from Melbourne to Venice. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Venice Marco Polo Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Italy Car Rent and find adventure across Venice and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Venice Marco Polo Airport about two weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Venice flight.
Treviso Airport (TSF)
Treviso Airport (TSF) is roughly 26 kilometres from central Venice. Once you've hopped off your flight from Melbourne to Venice, it takes approximately 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 15 minutes or so.
After your flight from Melbourne to Venice, unwind at a hotel close to TSF. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Treviso Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare availability and rates from RentSmart24, Noleggiare and Sicily by Car.
Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from TSF one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Venice
July is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne to Venice. To travel when it's less crowded, go to Venice in January.
Before locking in your Melbourne to Venice tickets, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Venice, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Melbourne to Venice in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
More about Venice
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Venice, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Venice:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. St. Mark's Square, Saint Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace are popular attractions which should be on every Venice itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
You've seen Venice, now it's time to discover other parts of Italy. Journey around 402 kilometres south to Rome to tick off its leading sights. From Colosseum to Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 241 kilometres west of Venice, Milan is another essential stop in Italy. Experience major highlights starting with Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.