Travelling from Rome to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Rome has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Rome to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) flying out of Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located in Melbourne. The city operates in the UTC+11 timezone and is 10 hours ahead of Rome.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Rome to MEL.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Rome to MEL. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
The distance from central Rome to FCO is about 32 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the best route, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Rome to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Break up your flight from Rome to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport and MEL are:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
With public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in around 1 hour and 39 minutes. The terminal is roughly 18 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 42 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not book an extra night away? Consider kicking back in one of these hotels near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport the day before your flight from Rome to MEL:
About Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Rome to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near MEL:
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
From Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, Melbourne is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 28 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 42 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rome to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is ج.م. 18,011. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 35,910. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from Rome to MEL, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Rome to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. July is the most popular month to travel to Melbourne. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Rome to MEL, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Rome to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 13ºC.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Rome to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are must-do's during your Melbourne adventure.
Complete your Melbourne trip with a car rental
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