Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Melbourne is 9 hours ahead of Athens, where Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located. Melbourne operates on the UTC+11 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from ATH to Melbourne.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for flights from ATH to Melbourne, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
You'll need an e-visa for Australia if you hold a passport from Greece and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Melbourne, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
ATH is around 40 kilometres from central Athens. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 37 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 59 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Melbourne? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to ATH:
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Melbourne
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Melbourne is RM1,581. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM3,218. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from ATH to Melbourne, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for a ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Melbourne.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you from checking for cheap tickets from ATH to Melbourne every day.
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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 reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport takes around 42 minutes.
Book a hotel near MEL if you're taking a late flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Melbourne. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Avalon Airport (AVV)
After your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Melbourne has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 51 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is approximately 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).
The trip will take about 2 hours and 4 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to lay your head within a quick drive of AVV. Ease into relaxation mode at Little River Bed and Breakfast after your flight from ATH to Melbourne.
Best time to go to Melbourne
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Melbourne. July is the most popular month to travel to Melbourne. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Melbourne in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from ATH to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 13ºC.
More about Melbourne
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Melbourne right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Melbourne:
Federation Square and National Gallery of Victoria are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Melbourne travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Eureka Skydeck 88.
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