Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Melbourne: what you need to know
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11. The city is 10 hours ahead of Barcelona, where Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from BCN to Melbourne.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from BCN to Melbourne. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
To visit Australia for tourism purposes, you will require an e-visa if you hold a passport from Spain. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need further documentation depending on the purpose and length of your stay. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Melbourne.
BCN is about 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 24 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 33 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Melbourne? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near BCN:
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Melbourne
$692 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Melbourne. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,403. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from BCN to Melbourne, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Melbourne is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Check out the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is approximately 24 kilometres. It'll take you about 28 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 42 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Reserve a hotel near MEL if you have a late flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Melbourne. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Avalon Airport (AVV)
After your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Melbourne has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 51 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is roughly 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).
You can also travel by public transport, which will take about 2 hours and 4 minutes.
Unpack your bags not long after your flight from BCN to Melbourne at Little River Bed and Breakfast. This comfy accommodation option is an easy drive from AVV.
Best time to go to Melbourne
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Melbourne while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Melbourne, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Melbourne in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from BCN to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 13ºC.
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. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Melbourne:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are leading attractions which should feature on every Melbourne itinerary.
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