Travelling from Melbourne to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Frankfurt leaving from here.
Step off your plane in Frankfurt at Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Melbourne to Frankfurt.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you hold a passport from Australia and plan to travel to Germany for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on the length and purpose of your stay and can be subject to change. For the latest rules, contact your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before booking a cheap flight from Melbourne to Frankfurt.
Flying from Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for flights from Melbourne to Frankfurt leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
MEL is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 28 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 42 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Melbourne to Frankfurt? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
Arriving in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is approximately 14 kilometres. It'll take you about 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 37 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Melbourne to Frankfurt. Book one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Once your flight from Melbourne to Frankfurt has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 1 hour and 32 minutes by car. Central Frankfurt is roughly 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 2 hours and 40 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to HHN. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Melbourne to Frankfurt:
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Frankfurt
ج.م. 20,562 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Frankfurt. Return flights start from ج.م. 39,944. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from Melbourne to Frankfurt. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for your ticket from Melbourne to Frankfurt.
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Best time to go to Frankfurt
February is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Frankfurt, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Frankfurt based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Melbourne to Frankfurt, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Frankfurt in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Frankfurt, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Palmengarten, Goethe House and Frankfurt Cathedral are leading attractions which should feature on every Frankfurt itinerary.
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