Travelling from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Buffalo Niagara International Airport is located in Buffalo. Operating on the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is 15 hours ahead of Buffalo.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from BUF to Melbourne.
If you're travelling during a popular month like August, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. You can expect lines to be longer during high seasons like spring break and summer.
Whether you'd like to discover a new place along the way or just take a break, we make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To compare your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is a stop you can make on your flight from BUF to Melbourne.
If you have a passport from United States, you will need an ETA to enter Australia. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Melbourne for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you book and definitely before flying.
BUF is around 18 kilometres from central Buffalo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Melbourne? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to BUF:
How to find the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Melbourne
$1,186 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Melbourne. A return flight starts at $2,974. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from BUF to Melbourne, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Melbourne across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 28 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 42 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near MEL if you have a late flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Melbourne. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Avalon Airport (AVV)
The centre of Melbourne is approximately 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV). After your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Melbourne has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 51 minutes.
You can also opt for public transport, which will take around 2 hours and 4 minutes.
Little River Bed and Breakfast is a comfortable accommodation option within a short drive of AVV. Check in here after your flight from BUF to Melbourne and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign to enjoy some uninterrupted rest.
Best time to go to Melbourne
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Melbourne while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Melbourne, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Book your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Melbourne for January to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 29ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from BUF to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 13ºC.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Melbourne, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Federation Square and National Gallery of Victoria are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Melbourne travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Eureka Skydeck 88.
Complete your Melbourne trip with a car rental
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