Travelling from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Melbourne is 11 hours ahead of Shannon, where Shannon Airport is located. Melbourne operates on the UTC+11 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from SNN to Melbourne, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
You'll need an e-visa for Australia if you hold a passport from Ireland and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements change frequently. So before booking your cheap ticket from Shannon Airport to Melbourne, check with your airline and the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest updates.
SNN is around 5 kilometres from central Shannon. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 7 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 10 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near SNN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Shannon Airport to Melbourne or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Melbourne
C$723 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shannon Airport to Melbourne. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,487. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SNN to Melbourne if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is around 28 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
It'll take around 42 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Shannon Airport to Melbourne. Book one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is around 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. After your flight from Shannon Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 51 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in about 2 hours and 4 minutes.
Relax and unpack not long after your flight from SNN to Melbourne at Little River Bed and Breakfast. This comfy accommodation option is a quick drive from AVV.
Best time to go to Melbourne
July is the busiest month for flights from Shannon Airport to Melbourne. To avoid 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. Book your flights from Shannon Airport to Melbourne in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from SNN to Melbourne in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 13ºC on average.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Shannon Airport to Melbourne, explore our selection of hotels including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are must-visits when exploring Melbourne.
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