Travelling from Melbourne to Palese Airport (BRI): what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Palese Airport (BRI) leaving from here.
The timezone in Bari is UTC+1, which is 10 hours behind Melbourne. Palese Airport is located in Bari.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Melbourne to BRI. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The distance from central Melbourne to MEL is around 24 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
After an easy start to your trip? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Palese Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
About Palese Airport (BRI)
If you have a late flight from Melbourne to Palese Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near BRI:
Getting from Palese Airport (BRI) to central Bari
Palese Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Bari. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 25 minutes.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Palese Airport (BRI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Palese Airport is $578. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,426. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
We recommend booking as soon as you can to secure flight tickets from Melbourne to BRI. You're more likely to land a great deal and enjoy more options for departure times and dates.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Palese Airport (BRI)
July is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne to Palese Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Bari in February when it's quieter.
Book your flight from Melbourne to BRI for August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Bari to range from 21ºC to 31ºC.
Travel in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Average temperatures range between 4ºC and 13ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Melbourne to Palese Airport.
More about Bari
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Palese Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bari:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Bari is to visit its popular attractions. Some highlights include Basilica di San Nicola, Teatro Petruzzelli and Teatro Margherita.
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