Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is ten hours ahead of Barcelona.
Your BCN to MEL flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BCN and MEL:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight is R 7,728. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 15,374. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BCN to MEL if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Of the flights that depart from Barcelona-El Prat Airport, 79.12% land on schedule at their destination.
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near BCN:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Grab a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and explore Melbourne and beyond with your own wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are popular providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks ahead.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
From Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, Melbourne is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Melbourne based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BCN to MEL sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Geelong is another sought-after destination in Australia and is around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. No journey is complete without experiencing Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.