Flying from Melbourne to Damascus International Airport (DAM): What you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Damascus International Airport (DAM) taking off from here.
Damascus International Airport is located in Damascus. The city follows the UTC+3 timezone and is eight hours behind Melbourne.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to DAM. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Damascus International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, 67.71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take you 50 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes.
Kick back before your Melbourne to DAM flight at a hotel close to Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can jump out of bed and get to the airport with time to spare.
Flights from Avalon Airport are known for their punctuality, with 80.09% of them arriving on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Damascus International Airport (DAM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Damascus International Airport is R 11,712. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 21,632. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Melbourne to DAM if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to Damascus International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Damascus International Airport (DAM)
August is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne to Damascus International Airport (DAM). Visit Damascus in April for a more laid-back experience.
Before locking in your Melbourne to DAM plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Damascus, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Damascus International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
Explore more of Syria
Homs is just one of the many places in Syria waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Damascus. Around 145 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Hudhayfah ibn al-Yamani Mosque, Zaidal Cultural Centre and Citadel of Homs.
If you want to check out another side of Syria, consider Latakia, roughly 241 kilometres north of Damascus. Mosque of the Caliphs, حديقة الكورنيش - Corniche Park and Salah el-Din Citadel are the start of reasons to visit.
