Flying from Houston to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): What you need to know
Melbourne is 17 hours ahead of Houston. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located in Melbourne, which follows the UTC+11 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Houston to MEL. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Hopping on a plane during a peak month like July? Busy periods (like spring break and Thanksgiving) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Houston to MEL. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular airports:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Houston, IAH can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Houston to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the answer:
79% of flights that take off from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Fit a stopover into your itinerary at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). It's a key transfer point for flights from Houston to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) out of Houston Hobby Airport.
On public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in about 50 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your Houston to MEL flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Houston Hobby Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Houston Hobby Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 79%.
The address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Have a late flight from Houston to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Check in to one of these hotels near MEL and fast-forward to bedtime:
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Houston to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to central Melbourne is about 19 kilometres. If you're taking a taxi or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is Rs154,255. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs301,653. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Houston to MEL. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your Houston to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Houston to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Visit Melbourne in December if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 28ºC. Book your Houston to MEL plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Houston to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC and 12ºC.
More about Melbourne
After booking your flight from Houston to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Melbourne:
There are plenty of fantastic things to do in Melbourne when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick things off at Flinders Street Railway Station followed by Melbourne's Gardens and Melbourne Park.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Melbourne, now it's time to discover other corners of Australia. Travel around 113 kilometres northwest to Bendigo to check off its must-visit sights. From Sacred Heart Cathedral to Bendigo Botanic Gardens and Central Deborah Gold Mine, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 88 kilometres west of Melbourne, Ballarat is another essential stop in Australia. No visit is complete without checking out St Patrick's Cathedral, Ballarat Wildlife Park and Ballarat Botanical Gardens.
