Travelling from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Melbourne is nine hours ahead of Durban and follows the UTC+11 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DUR to MEL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from King Shaka International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Many travellers pass through Dubai Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
R 7,078 is currently the best price for a one-way King Shaka International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Return flights start at R 14,109. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap tickets from DUR to MEL, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from King Shaka International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from DUR to MEL.
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Handy information about King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
King Shaka International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 86.29% of flights that take off from DUR land on time.
Central Durban to King Shaka International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Booked an early flight from King Shaka International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to DUR:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Reserve a hotel close to MEL if you have a late King Shaka International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and discover Melbourne and beyond with your own wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The quietest month for a flight from King Shaka International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Melbourne based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from King Shaka International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from DUR to MEL in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Melbourne, now it's time to explore other parts of Australia. Travel about 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to tick off its must-visit sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, Geelong is another favourite stop in Australia. No visit is complete without checking out Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.
