Travelling from Reykjavik to Melbourne: what you need to know
Reykjavik's main base, Keflavik International Airport (KEF), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Reykjavik to Melbourne.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is where your flight will arrive in Melbourne.
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is 11 hours ahead of Reykjavik.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your Reykjavik to Melbourne flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Melbourne
To find cheap Reykjavik to Melbourne flights, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Reykjavik to Melbourne is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across each month and bag an awesome deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from Reykjavik to Melbourne by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines by using the filters. Alternatively, sort your Reykjavik to Melbourne flight results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
Flying from Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
KEF is around 40 kilometres from central Reykjavik. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Keflavik International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Reykjavik to Melbourne or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights leaving Keflavik International Airport, 66.96% touch down on time at their destination.
Arriving in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The distance from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is approximately 19 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It usually takes 40 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Reykjavik to Melbourne, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near MEL:
Explore without limits with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and chase adventure across Melbourne and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks in advance of your Reykjavik to Melbourne flight.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is about 48 kilometres from central Melbourne. After your flight from Reykjavik to Melbourne, it takes approximately 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you hop on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire make collecting an Avalon Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at AVV can get you a lower rate.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Travel to the centre after your flight from Reykjavik to Melbourne has arrived. Central Melbourne is around 11 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and takes roughly 25 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport will get you there in roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Whether you'd like a compact for solo travel or an SUV to fit the family, you'll find the right Essendon Airport rental car for you. Explore wheels available here from names such as East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
If you prefer a particular kind of vehicle, booking early gives you a better shot at getting exactly what you want. Book your ride from MEB a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Reykjavik to Melbourne.
Best time to go to Melbourne
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Reykjavik to Melbourne. January is the most popular month to visit Melbourne. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book a Reykjavik to Melbourne ticket departing in January if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Melbourne to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap flights from Reykjavik to Melbourne around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Melbourne right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Reykjavik to Melbourne:
Federation Square and National Gallery of Victoria are a couple of big attractions to put on your Melbourne to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Eureka Skydeck 88.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Australia you'll want to see. About 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a trip to Canberra will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, Geelong is another favourite stop in Australia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.
