Flying from Chandigarh Airport (IXC) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Melbourne is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Chandigarh and follows the UTC+11 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your IXC to MEL flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chandigarh Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between IXC and MEL:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chandigarh Airport (IXC) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chandigarh Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight is R 7,576. A return fare is currently R 11,859. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from IXC to MEL, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for your flight from Chandigarh Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from IXC to MEL.
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Handy information about Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
76.09% of flights departing from Chandigarh Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Chandigarh Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Chandigarh. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to IXC? If you're catching an early flight from Chandigarh Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Chandigarh Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
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Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Chandigarh Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Melbourne based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Chandigarh Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport for January if you want to explore Melbourne during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IXC to MEL in July. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Melbourne, now it's time to explore other corners of Australia. Travel around 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, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, Geelong is another favourite stop in Australia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.
