Flying from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Melbourne is ten hours ahead of Stuttgart, where Stuttgart Airport is located. Melbourne runs on the UTC+11 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your STR to Melbourne flight.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Finding a flight ticket from STR to Melbourne with a stopover is a breeze. Whether you're eager to snag a discounted fare or break up your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out your options. A key stop is Dubai Airport (DXB).
The journey from central Stuttgart to STR takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel close to STR? If you've booked an early flight from Stuttgart Airport to Melbourne, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Of the flights that depart from Stuttgart Airport, 77.15% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Melbourne
The best price we've found for a one-way Stuttgart Airport to Melbourne flight is Rs134,649. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs257,116. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from STR to Melbourne if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
Finding cheap tickets from Stuttgart Airport to Melbourne is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest fares across each month and land a sweet deal.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Stuttgart Airport to Melbourne.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The distance from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is roughly 24 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes around 40 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Stuttgart Airport to Melbourne. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and discover more of Melbourne and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from STR to Melbourne.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is roughly 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. Once you've hopped off your flight from Stuttgart Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The journey will take about 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable accommodation options just a quick drive from AVV. Shift into relaxation gear at Corio Bay Motel after your STR to Melbourne flight.
Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire make collecting an Avalon Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from AVV three weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Essendon Airport (MEB) is about 19 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take you about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by ride-share or cab once you've stepped off your flight from Stuttgart Airport to Melbourne.
Public transport will take you there in around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your break by choosing a hotel near MEB after your STR to Melbourne flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or simply give yourself time to find your footing in a new city at:
Whether you want a mini for solo travel or a full-size SUV to fit the family, you'll find the perfect Essendon Airport rental car for you. Check out the range of wheels available here from names such as East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
If you're looking for a particular type of vehicle, booking early gives you a better shot at getting exactly what you want. Reserve your ride from MEB a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Stuttgart Airport to Melbourne.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Plan your trip to Melbourne during the high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Stuttgart Airport to Melbourne during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Lock in a Stuttgart Airport to Melbourne flight ticket with a departure in January to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 29ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 13ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from STR to Melbourne around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Melbourne
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Melbourne right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Stuttgart Airport to Melbourne:
National Gallery of Victoria and Federation Square are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Melbourne to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Eureka Skydeck 88.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Melbourne, now it's time to discover other corners of Australia. Travel around 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to tick off its popular sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Launceston is another favourite destination in Australia and is around 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. No journey is complete without experiencing City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.
