Travelling from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is seven hours ahead of Sharjah.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your SHJ to MEL flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sharjah International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between SHJ and MEL include:
Bandaranaike International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sharjah International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight is Rs112,463. A return fare right now is Rs288,001. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from SHJ to MEL, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Sharjah International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and land a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from SHJ to MEL.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Sharjah International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
Handy information about Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sharjah International Airport, 76.09% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Sharjah International Airport from central Sharjah, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near SHJ. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Sharjah International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Reserve a hotel close to MEL if you're taking a late Sharjah International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and experience the lesser-explored corners of Melbourne and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to central Melbourne has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Melbourne. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport for January if you want to go to Melbourne during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 29ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SHJ to MEL in July. Average temperatures are between 4ºC and 13ºC then.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be discovered. About 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a trip to Canberra will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Geelong is another favourite destination in Australia and is around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. No trip is complete without experiencing Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.