Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ): what you need to know
Mendoza is 14 hours behind Melbourne and follows the UTC-3 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your MEL to MDZ flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ)
Rs386,138 is the lowest price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs765,288. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
It's often best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from MEL to MDZ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MEL to MDZ by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
67.71% of flights taking off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport reach their destination on time.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to MEL:
Arriving at El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MDZ if you're taking a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an El Plumerillo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from rentar low cost, CORDOBA RENT A CAR or Fit and explore beyond Mendoza's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from El Plumerillo International Airport about three weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ) to central Mendoza
From El Plumerillo International Airport, Mendoza is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ)
July is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Mendoza in April.
The warmest month in Mendoza is January, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 1ºC and 15ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MEL to MDZ around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Argentina
You've visited Mendoza, now it's time to explore more of Argentina. Travel around 153 kilometres north to San Juan to check off its top attractions. From Cerro Mercedario to Parque de Mayo and Casa Natal de Sarmiento, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
San Luis is another sought-after destination in Argentina and is around 241 kilometres east of Mendoza. No trip is complete without a visit to Parque Nacional Sierra de las Quijadas, PLAZA PRINGLES and Iglesia Catedral de San Luis.
