Flying from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Melbourne is 10 hours ahead of Lagos, where Murtala Muhammed International Airport is located. Melbourne operates on the UTC+11 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from LOS to Melbourne. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to visit a new city or just take a break during your journey. When searching for a flight from LOS to Melbourne, deselect 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Dubai Airport (DXB) is a great option.
If you hold a passport from Nigeria, you'll need an e-visa to enter Australia. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Melbourne for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules ahead of booking and definitely before you fly.
The journey from central Lagos to LOS takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 29 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Melbourne? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near LOS:
How to find the cheapest flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Melbourne
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Melbourne is C$1,078. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,941. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from LOS to Melbourne, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is roughly 24 kilometres. It'll take you about 28 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 42 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Melbourne. Book one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Avalon Airport (AVV)
The centre of Melbourne is approximately 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV). Once your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Melbourne has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 51 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 2 hours and 4 minutes on public transport.
You'll find a few welcoming accommodation options within a quick drive of AVV. Shift into relaxation gear at Little River Bed and Breakfast after your flight from LOS to Melbourne.
Best time to go to Melbourne
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Melbourne while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Melbourne, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Melbourne in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from LOS to Melbourne in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 13ºC on average.
More about Melbourne
After locking in your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Melbourne, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Melbourne:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are popular attractions which should feature on every Melbourne itinerary.
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