Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Vienna International Airport (VIE): what you need to know
The timezone in Vienna is UTC+1, which is ten hours behind Melbourne.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your MEL to VIE flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as January, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Vienna International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MEL and VIE:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)
R 6,097 is currently the best price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Vienna International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 14,543. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from MEL to VIE. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Vienna International Airport.
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Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Of the departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Melbourne to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near MEL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Vienna International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Vienna International Airport (VIE)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Vienna International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near VIE instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Vienna International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from U-Save, Wheego or Dryyve and explore beyond Vienna's main sights.
Booking your ride from Vienna International Airport around one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to central Vienna
From Vienna International Airport, Vienna is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
When to fly to Vienna International Airport (VIE)
June is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Vienna International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Vienna in January.
Before locking in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Vienna International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Vienna, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MEL to VIE in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) on average.
Explore more of Austria
You've visited Vienna, now it's time to explore more of Austria. Travel about 145 kilometres south-west to Graz to tick off its top attractions. From Schlossberg to Kunsthaus Graz and Mausoleum of Emperor Ferdinand II, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Linz is another well-known destination in Austria and is around 153 kilometres west of Vienna. No trip is complete without seeing Ars Electronica Centre, Mariendom Linz and Hauptplatz.