Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Juba International Airport (JUB): what you need to know
Juba is eight hours behind Melbourne and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
To ensure you get on your MEL to JUB flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time like January? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to tour a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Juba International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport is a sought-after stop between MEL and JUB.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Juba International Airport (JUB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Juba International Airport flight is R 23,112. A return ticket is currently R 45,099. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MEL to JUB if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Juba International Airport.
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Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
67.71% of flights that take off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to MEL? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Juba International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Juba International Airport (JUB)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Juba International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near JUB instead:
Getting from Juba International Airport (JUB) to central Juba
Juba International Airport to central Juba has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 3 kilometres away.
When to fly to Juba International Airport (JUB)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Juba International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Juba. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Juba International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Juba, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MEL to JUB in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Sudan
Go all in on your South Sudan getaway by exploring beyond Juba. About 354 kilometres away to the west, Yambio is another terrific city to put on your to-do list. Check off some of its biggest sights such as Hugh Jackman Museum while you're here.
Your travels through South Sudan wouldn't be as memorable without a stop in Wantok. Catholic Diocese of Rumbek is just one of the highlights in this destination, which is roughly 306 kilometres north-west of Juba.
