Travelling from Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Melbourne is 16 hours ahead of Boston, where Boston Logan International Airport is located. Melbourne follows the UTC+11 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your BOS to Melbourne flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from BOS to Melbourne. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The journey from central Boston to BOS takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 3 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Boston Logan International Airport to Melbourne? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near BOS:
Of the flights that depart from Boston Logan International Airport, 75% land on schedule at their destination.
The address for BOS is One Harborside Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) to Melbourne
R 9,713 is currently the best price for a one-way Boston Logan International Airport to Melbourne flight. A return plane ticket starts at R 18,694. These fares may change based on demand.
To find cheap flights from BOS to Melbourne, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 25 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Boston Logan International Airport to Melbourne, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near MEL:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from BOS to Melbourne.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
After your flight from Boston Logan International Airport to Melbourne has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is roughly 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
Unpack your bag and relax not long after your BOS to Melbourne flight at Corio Bay Motel. This comfy accommodation option is a quick drive from AVV.
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from AVV three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Step off your flight from Boston Logan International Airport to Melbourne and go straight to your hotel or start exploring the sights right away. Central Melbourne is around 11 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB).
Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your trip by choosing a hotel near MEB after your BOS to Melbourne flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or simply give yourself time to find your footing in a new place at:
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Boston Logan International Airport to Melbourne is always a good idea. As well as better deals, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at MEB.
Best time to go to Melbourne
July is the busiest month for flights from Boston Logan International Airport to Melbourne. To skip the crowds, head to Melbourne in December.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Boston Logan International Airport to Melbourne plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from BOS to Melbourne in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
More about Melbourne
After booking your flight from Boston Logan International Airport to Melbourne, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Melbourne:
Melbourne's Gardens and Flinders Street Railway Station are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Melbourne to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Melbourne Park.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Melbourne, now it's time to discover other parts of Australia. Journey around 467 kilometres northeast to Canberra to tick off its must-visit sights. From National Gallery of Australia to National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Launceston is another essential stop in Australia and is around 451 kilometres southeast of Melbourne. No journey is complete without a visit to Cataract Gorge Scenic Chairlift, Queen Victoria Museum at Inveresk and Hollybank Mountain Bike Park.