Travelling from Rio De Janeiro to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro's main base, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is 14 hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located in Melbourne.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Rio De Janeiro to MEL.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Finding a stopover on your flight from Rio De Janeiro to MEL is easy. Whether you'd like to potentially save on your fare or visit a new city, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options. A key stop when flying out of Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is Dubai Airport (DXB).
From the centre of Rio De Janeiro, GIG is around 18 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
About Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 28 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 42 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is $1,434. The cheapest price for a return flight is $2,356. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for flight tickets from Rio De Janeiro to MEL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for your ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
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The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Melbourne. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
Schedule your flight from Rio De Janeiro to MEL for January if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Melbourne to range from 12ºC to 29ºC.
Visit in July if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 4ºC and 13ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
More about Melbourne
Once you've booked your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Melbourne:
Federation Square and National Gallery of Victoria are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Melbourne itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Eureka Skydeck 88.
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