Flying from Melbourne to Dili Presidente Nicolau Lobato Intl Airport (DIL): What you need to know
Dili is two hours behind Melbourne. Dili Presidente Nicolau Lobato Intl Airport is located in Dili, which runs on the UTC+9 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Melbourne to DIL, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time like December? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Whether you're eager to explore a new place on the way or just have a break, we make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To check out your options taking off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Darwin International Airport (DRW) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Melbourne to DIL.
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Dili Presidente Nicolau Lobato Intl Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, data shows 68% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can get to AVV from the centre of Melbourne in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away at a hotel close to Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to DIL flight, treat yourself to a stay at Corio Bay Motel.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 80% of them touching down right on cue.
About Dili Presidente Nicolau Lobato Intl Airport (DIL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Dili Presidente Nicolau Lobato Intl Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near DIL instead:
Getting from Dili Presidente Nicolau Lobato Intl Airport (DIL) to central Dili
Dili Presidente Nicolau Lobato Intl Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Dili. The time it takes to get there by car hire or taxi will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Dili Presidente Nicolau Lobato Intl Airport (DIL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Dili Presidente Nicolau Lobato Intl Airport is Rs104,561. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs204,024. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to DIL. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to Dili Presidente Nicolau Lobato Intl Airport tickets across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Melbourne to DIL.
Lock in a cheap flight from Melbourne to Dili Presidente Nicolau Lobato Intl Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Dili Presidente Nicolau Lobato Intl Airport (DIL)
May is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Dili Presidente Nicolau Lobato Intl Airport (DIL), while February is the busiest. Work out the best time to visit Dili based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Dili is October, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 31ºC. Book your Melbourne to DIL plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
August sees temperatures of between 19ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Dili Presidente Nicolau Lobato Intl Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Dili
Start your Dili trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Melbourne to Dili Presidente Nicolau Lobato Intl Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
You'll find loads of exciting things to do in Dili when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick things off at Farol followed by Cristo Rei and TIMOR.
Explore more of Timor-Leste
Around 145 kilometres southwest of Dili, Pante Makasar is another favourite stop in Timor-Leste. Start your sightseeing at Kolamboe Beach, Bolkenat waterfall and Sumlili Waterfall.
