Travelling from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Bahrain International Airport is located in Manama. Based in the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is 8 hours ahead of Manama.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from BAH to Melbourne. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons 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 domestic departures.
We make it easy to find a flight from BAH to Melbourne with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you hold a passport from Bahrain, you'll need an e-visa to visit Australia. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Bahrain International Airport to Melbourne for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and definitely before you fly.
BAH is about 8 kilometres from central Manama. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 17 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 47 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near BAH? If you're boarding an early flight from Bahrain International Airport to Melbourne, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Melbourne
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bahrain International Airport to Melbourne is C$646. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,298. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BAH to Melbourne if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Bahrain International Airport to Melbourne across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to the centre of Melbourne takes about 28 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
It takes around 42 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Bahrain International Airport to Melbourne. Book one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Avalon Airport (AVV)
After your flight from Bahrain International Airport to Melbourne has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 51 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is roughly 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).
Public transport will get you there in around 2 hours and 4 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to rest your head within a quick drive of AVV. Ease into relaxation mode at Little River Bed and Breakfast after your flight from BAH to Melbourne.
Best time to go to Melbourne
July is the most popular month for flights from Bahrain International Airport to Melbourne. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Melbourne in April when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Bahrain International Airport to Melbourne in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap flights from BAH to Melbourne sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Bahrain International Airport to Melbourne, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are highlights which should be on any well-planned Melbourne itinerary.
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