Travelling from Valencia Airport (VLC) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, making Melbourne ten hours ahead of Valencia.
To ensure you get on your VLC to MEL flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Valencia Airport (VLC) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Valencia Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight is C$794. A round-trip fare is currently C$1,467. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from VLC to MEL, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Valencia Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from VLC to MEL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Valencia Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Valencia Airport (VLC)
When it comes to Valencia Airport's on-time performance, 78.56% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Valencia Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Valencia. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near VLC? If you're boarding an early flight from Valencia Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Reserve a hotel close to MEL if you're catching a late Valencia Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
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To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks before you set off.
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.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
January is the most popular month for flights from Valencia Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Melbourne in April.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Valencia Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for cheap tickets from VLC to MEL sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Melbourne, now it's time to discover other parts of Australia. Journey about 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to tick off its must-visit sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Australia, consider Geelong, about 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre are key highlights.