Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE): what you need to know
The timezone in Venice is UTC+1, which is ten hours behind Melbourne.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your MEL to VCE flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd love to discover a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport is a well-known stop between MEL and VCE.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport flight is R 7,114. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 12,914. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from MEL to VCE. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport.
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Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
67.71% of flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it'll take around 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near MEL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
Consider staying in a hotel near VCE if you're taking a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Venice Marco Polo Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Italy Car Rent and find adventure across Venice and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Venice Marco Polo Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to central Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport to central Venice has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Venice. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Venice is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MEL to VCE sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be discovered once you've seen Venice. Around 402 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Colosseum, World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain.
Around 241 kilometres west of Venice, Milan is another essential stop in Italy. No visit is complete without checking out Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.