Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know
The timezone in Manchester is UTC+0, which is 11 hours behind Melbourne.
To ensure you catch your MEL to MAN flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as January, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Manchester Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MEL and MAN:
Dubai Airport
Changi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Manchester Airport (MAN)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Manchester Airport flight is R 7,043. A return plane ticket right now is R 15,410. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MEL to MAN if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Manchester Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MEL to MAN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Manchester Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Manchester Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to MEL:
Arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN)
Book a hotel close to MAN if you're catching a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Manchester Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Manchester Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Surprice to explore Manchester and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Manchester Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester
Manchester Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Manchester. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Manchester Airport (MAN)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Manchester Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Manchester. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Manchester Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Manchester, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MEL to MAN in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Manchester is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom waiting to be explored. Around 257 kilometres south-east of Manchester, a trip to London will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
Birmingham is another standout destination in United Kingdom and is around 113 kilometres south of Manchester. No journey is complete without experiencing Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.