Flying from Denver to Melbourne: what you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll leave from in Denver. Denver International Airport (DEN) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Denver to Melbourne departing from here.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is where you'll be landing in Melbourne.
Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, which makes Melbourne 17 hours ahead of Denver.
Leave enough time to get on your Denver to Melbourne flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Denver to Melbourne
To pick up cheap Denver to Melbourne flights, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Flying from Denver
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Denver to Melbourne flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Denver International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The journey from central Denver to DEN takes around 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Get your flight from Denver to Melbourne off to a hassle-free start. Just a short ride from Denver International Airport, stay at Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport and be well-rested for the trip ahead.
80.23% of flights departing from Denver International Airport land at their destination as planned. With its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from DEN.
You'll find DEN at 8500 Pena Boulevard.
Arriving in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 40 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Denver to Melbourne. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Grab a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and discover Melbourne and beyond with your own wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are top outlets to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks ahead of your Denver to Melbourne flight.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Once your flight from Denver to Melbourne has arrived, you can reach the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is approximately 48 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).
You can expect the journey to take about 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire make collecting an Avalon Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from AVV three weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Travel to the centre after your flight from Denver to Melbourne has arrived. Central Melbourne is about 11 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and takes roughly 25 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.
If you use public transport, the journey will take you about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Begin your trip without worrying about how to arrive at your destination with an Essendon Airport rental car. Find your perfect set of wheels with trusted suppliers here like East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
Rental agencies sometimes offer promotions on early bookings, so reserve your ride from MEB in advance of your flight from Denver to Melbourne. A little prep work can make a big difference in cost.
Best time to go to Melbourne
January is the busiest month for flights from Denver to Melbourne. To skip the crowds, head to Melbourne in April.
Lock in a Denver to Melbourne ticket departing in January if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Melbourne to range from 12ºC to 29ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Denver to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 13ºC.
More about Melbourne
Once you've booked your flight from Denver to Melbourne, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Melbourne:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are must-visits when exploring Melbourne.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Melbourne, now it's time to discover other corners of Australia. Travel about 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to tick off its leading attractions. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Australia, consider Geelong, about 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre are among its highlights.