Travelling from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Dublin Airport is located in Dublin. Based in the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is 11 hours ahead of Dublin.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your DUB to Melbourne flight.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore another city. When browsing for flight tickets from DUB to Melbourne, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
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Located around 8 kilometres from central Dublin, DUB can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 10 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to DUB? If you're boarding an early flight from Dublin Airport to Melbourne, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
72.87% of flights that take off from Dublin Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Melbourne
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dublin Airport to Melbourne flight is Rs120,907. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs236,571. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from DUB to Melbourne if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The distance from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is roughly 24 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel near MEL if you have a late flight from Dublin Airport to Melbourne. Pick one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Explore without limits with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and see more of Melbourne and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from DUB to Melbourne.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Central Melbourne is located around 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV). After your flight from Dublin Airport to Melbourne has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 50 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 2 hours 5 minutes.
You'll find a few terrific accommodation options within a short drive of AVV. Ease into relaxation mode at Corio Bay Motel after your DUB to Melbourne flight.
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with an Avalon Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental or yesaway car hire and be off and running.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at AVV will help you stay within budget.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Dublin Airport to Melbourne has landed. Central Melbourne is around 19 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and takes roughly 25 minutes to get to by car.
Public transport will take you there in about 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, choose a hotel close to MEB. Settle in at one of these options after your DUB to Melbourne flight:
Put yourself in the driver's seat 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.
Rental providers sometimes offer discounts on early bookings, so book your ride from MEB a few weeks in advance of your flight from Dublin Airport to Melbourne. A little prep work can make a big difference in cost.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Visit Melbourne during high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Dublin Airport to Melbourne in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Book your Dublin Airport to Melbourne flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DUB to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 13ºC.
More about Melbourne
After booking your flight from Dublin Airport 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:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are essential stops on your Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Melbourne, now it's time to explore more of Australia. Travel about 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to check off its leading sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne, Launceston is another essential stop in Australia. Start your sightseeing at City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.