Travelling from Melbourne to Santorini International Airport (JTR): What you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where new adventures begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Melbourne to Santorini International Airport (JTR).
The timezone in Santorini (Thira) is UTC+2, which is nine hours behind Melbourne. Santorini International Airport is located in Santorini (Thira).
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to JTR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
With more travellers during high season, it's wise to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Melbourne to JTR even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to find cities that could split up the flight. Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) is an option when departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Santorini International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, data shows 67.71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
On public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in around 2 hours 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 50 minutes.
Unwind before your Melbourne to JTR flight at a hotel near Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can wake up and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
The majority of flights that leave Avalon Airport land at their destination right on cue. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 80.09%.
About Santorini International Airport (JTR)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Santorini International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JTR instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Santorini International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Goldcar, CarQ or Centauro and explore beyond Santorini (Thira)'s usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around three weeks before your Melbourne to Santorini International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Santorini International Airport (JTR)
Right now, Rs156,035 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Santorini International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs309,501. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to JTR. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Cheap Melbourne to Santorini International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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 when a better deal comes up on flight tickets from Melbourne to JTR.
Find the best deal on a flight from Melbourne to Santorini International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Santorini International Airport (JTR)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Melbourne to Santorini International Airport (JTR). July is the peak month for travel to Santorini (Thira). If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in February.
The warmest month in Santorini (Thira) is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your Melbourne to JTR flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Santorini International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC and 16ºC.
More about Santorini (Thira)
Start your Santorini (Thira) trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Melbourne to Santorini International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are plenty of fantastic things to do in Santorini (Thira) when you're in the mood to sightsee. Make your way to Santorini caldera followed by Sunset Oia and Views of Santorini and Caldera.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Santorini (Thira), now it's time to discover other corners of Greece. Travel about 241 kilometres north-west to Athens to tick off its top attractions. From Acropolis of Athens to The Parthenon and Erechtheion, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Any journey through Greece isn't complete without visiting Acharnes. Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field are highlights in this well-known destination, which is about 241 kilometres north-west of Santorini (Thira).
