Travelling from Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Rafael Nunez International Airport is located in Cartagena. Based in the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is 16 hours ahead of Cartagena.
For stress-free travel, 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 CTG to Melbourne flight.
Travelling during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Central Cartagena to CTG is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near CTG. Whether you have an early flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Melbourne or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels have you covered:
67.0% of flights taking off from Rafael Nunez International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to Melbourne
Rs245,162 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Rafael Nunez International Airport to Melbourne flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is Rs676,237. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from CTG to Melbourne. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes around 40 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to MEL if you have a late flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Melbourne. Choose one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt to explore Melbourne and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from CTG to Melbourne.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
The centre of Melbourne is about 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV). After your flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Melbourne has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 50 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 2 hours 5 minutes.
Settle in and unpack not long after your CTG to Melbourne flight at Corio Bay Motel. This comfortable accommodation option is a quick drive from AVV.
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with an Avalon Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental or yesaway car hire and get going in the blink of an eye.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from AVV three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Hop off your flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Melbourne and head for your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. The centre of Melbourne is around 19 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and usually takes 25 minutes to reach by car.
If you go by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your break by checking in to a hotel near MEB after your CTG to Melbourne flight. Recover from a day of travel or simply take a moment to settle into a new destination at:
Take control of the next chapter of your journey by picking up an Essendon Airport rental car. East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar are reliable rental providers.
If you'd like a particular type of vehicle, booking early gives you a better shot at getting your first choice. Secure your ride from MEB a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Melbourne.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Travel to Melbourne in high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Melbourne in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Before locking in your Rafael Nunez International Airport to Melbourne flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from CTG to Melbourne in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 13ºC on average.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Melbourne, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be explored. Around 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a visit to Canberra will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Launceston is another standout destination in Australia and is around 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. No trip is complete without visiting City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.
