Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Belfast: what you need to know
The timezone in Belfast is UTC+0. The city is 11 hours behind Melbourne, where Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your MEL to Belfast flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
MEL is around 19 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near MEL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Belfast or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Belfast
Rs167,896 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Belfast flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is Rs462,252. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from MEL to Belfast. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Belfast across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's an updated deal for cheap flights from MEL to Belfast.
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Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
The distance from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to central Belfast is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours.
If you have a late flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Belfast, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near BFS:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Belfast International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Drivalia or Dollar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Belfast and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Belfast International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from MEL to Belfast.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Belfast. Once you've disembarked your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Belfast, it'll take you around 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in around 20 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to BHD. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your MEL to Belfast flight:
Forget about public transport timetables or long cab lines. Pick up a George Best Belfast City Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the rates and availability from Budget, Sixt and Alamo.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at BHD will help you save.
Best time to go to Belfast
Before securing your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Belfast, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Belfast offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Before booking a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Belfast flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Belfast, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 19ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 1ºC and 8ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from MEL to Belfast around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Belfast
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Belfast right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Belfast:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre, Titanic Belfast and Botanic Gardens are top sights which should feature on every Belfast itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen Belfast, now it's time to discover other corners of United Kingdom. Travel around 354 kilometres south-east to Birmingham to tick off its must-visit sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another side of United Kingdom, head for Bristol, about 418 kilometres south-east of Belfast. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are key highlights.
