Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Melbourne is 11 hours ahead of Manchester, where Manchester Airport is located. Melbourne operates on the UTC+11 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from MAN to Melbourne, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like August, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from MAN to Melbourne. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
You'll need an e-visa for Australia if you have a passport from United Kingdom and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before booking your cheap ticket from Manchester Airport to Melbourne, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
Located around 18 kilometres from central Manchester, MAN can be reached in approximately 29 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near MAN. Whether you have an early flight from Manchester Airport to Melbourne or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Melbourne
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Manchester Airport to Melbourne is $633. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,427. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from MAN to Melbourne, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for your ticket from Manchester Airport to Melbourne.
Set up a Price Alert for flight tickets from MAN to Melbourne. There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped. We'll notify you when the price changes.
Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Manchester Airport to Melbourne, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is approximately 24 kilometres. It takes around 28 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 42 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Manchester Airport to Melbourne, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near MEL:
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is roughly 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. After your flight from Manchester Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 51 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take approximately 2 hours and 4 minutes.
Unpack your bag and relax not long after your flight from MAN to Melbourne at Little River Bed and Breakfast. This comfy accommodation option is a quick drive from AVV.
Best time to go to Melbourne
July is the most popular month for flights from Manchester Airport to Melbourne. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Melbourne in April when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Manchester Airport to Melbourne for January to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 29ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from MAN to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 13ºC.
More about Melbourne
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Melbourne right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Manchester Airport to Melbourne:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are top sights which should be on any well-planned Melbourne itinerary.
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