Travelling from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Melbourne is 16 hours ahead of Cancun, where Cancun International Airport is located. Melbourne operates on the UTC+11 timezone.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from CUN to Melbourne. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from CUN to Melbourne. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
When travelling to Australia for tourism purposes, you will need an e-visa if you hold a passport from Mexico. However, visa rules can change and other documentation may be needed depending on the purpose and duration of your stay. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Cancun International Airport to Melbourne.
CUN is approximately 19 kilometres from central Cancun. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 26 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a handy hotel close to CUN? If you've booked an early flight from Cancun International Airport to Melbourne, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to Melbourne
ج.م. 26,598 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Cancun International Airport to Melbourne. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 102,221. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from CUN to Melbourne. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Cancun International Airport to Melbourne throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you from searching for cheap flight tickets from CUN to Melbourne every day.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cancun International Airport to Melbourne, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 28 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 42 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Cancun International Airport to Melbourne, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near MEL:
Avalon Airport (AVV)
After your flight from Cancun International Airport to Melbourne has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 51 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is approximately 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).
Public transport will get you there in around 2 hours and 4 minutes.
Settle in and unpack not long after your flight from CUN to Melbourne at Little River Bed and Breakfast. This comfy accommodation option is an easy drive from AVV.
Best time to go to Melbourne
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Cancun International Airport to Melbourne. July is the busiest month for a trip to Melbourne. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Cancun International Airport to Melbourne, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap flights from CUN to Melbourne around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
After booking your flight from Cancun International Airport to Melbourne, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Melbourne:
Federation Square and National Gallery of Victoria are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Melbourne travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Eureka Skydeck 88.
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