Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Atlanta: what you need to know
The timezone in Atlanta is UTC-4. The city is 15 hours behind Melbourne, where Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located.
Leave enough time to make your MEL to Atlanta flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from MEL to Atlanta. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these airports:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
MEL is about 19 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near MEL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Atlanta or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
67.71% of flights that take off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Atlanta
Rs140,574 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Atlanta flight. A return flight ticket right now is Rs232,864. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from MEL to Atlanta if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Atlanta across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to the centre of Atlanta takes around 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Atlanta, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near ATL:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Atlanta and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from MEL to Atlanta.
ATL is located at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Best time to go to Atlanta
Plan your trip to Atlanta during peak season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Atlanta in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Book a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Atlanta flight ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 19ºC to 34ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MEL to Atlanta in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 14ºC on average.
More about Atlanta
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Atlanta right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Atlanta:
Centennial Olympic Park and Georgia Aquarium are a couple of major attractions to add to your Atlanta itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Piedmont Park.
Explore more of United States
Atlanta has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be explored. About 467 kilometres south-east of Atlanta, a visit to Jacksonville will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Charlotte is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta. No journey is complete without experiencing NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.
