Flying from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, which makes Melbourne six hours ahead of Islamabad.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your ISB to MEL flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Islamabad International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between ISB and MEL include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Islamabad International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight is R 8,075. A round-trip fare is currently R 17,552. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ISB to MEL if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from ISB to MEL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Islamabad International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
Of all flights departing from Islamabad International Airport, 71.38% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Islamabad International Airport from central Islamabad, it takes about 35 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Islamabad International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near ISB:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Islamabad International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
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Booking your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to central Melbourne has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
January is the busiest month for flights from Islamabad International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Melbourne in April.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Islamabad International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ISB to MEL sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Melbourne, now it's time to discover other corners of Australia. Travel about 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to check off its leading sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Australia, head for Geelong, roughly 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre are key highlights.