Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Lungi International Airport (FNA): what you need to know
Freetown's timezone is UTC+0, making Freetown 11 hours behind Melbourne.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your MEL to FNA flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Lungi International Airport (FNA)
Rs322,081 is currently the best price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Lungi International Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs591,350. These prices may change based on demand.
It's often best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from MEL to FNA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Lungi International Airport.
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Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
67.71% of flights that take off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 40 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near MEL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Lungi International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Lungi International Airport (FNA)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Lungi International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near FNA instead:
Getting from Lungi International Airport (FNA) to central Freetown
From Lungi International Airport, Freetown is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Lungi International Airport (FNA)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Lungi International Airport is February, while January is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Freetown based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Lungi International Airport for January if you want to visit Freetown during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 31ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MEL to FNA in August if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC and 27ºC on average.
Explore more of Sierra Leone
Turn your Sierra Leone trip into a bigger adventure with a visit to Bo, located about 177 kilometres east of Freetown. Clock Tower, Bo is just one of the popular sights to add to your itinerary.
Next? Set out for Kenema. It's located about 241 kilometres east of Freetown and features highlights like Gola Forest Reserve.
