Flying from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, which makes Melbourne ten hours ahead of Frankfurt.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to board your FRA to MEL flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as April? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Frankfurt Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. These are the top stopovers between FRA and MEL:
Changi International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Rs130,563 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs246,140. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from FRA to MEL if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
67.47% of flights that take off from Frankfurt Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Frankfurt Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near FRA:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
If you're landing on a late Frankfurt Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near MEL:
Travel at your own speed with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and experience more of Melbourne and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
From Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, Melbourne is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Melbourne. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Frankfurt Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap tickets from FRA to MEL around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Geelong is another essential stop in Australia and is around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. No trip is complete without seeing Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.