Travelling from Melbourne to Graz Airport (GRZ): What you need to know
The timezone in Graz is UTC+1, which is ten hours behind Melbourne. Graz Airport is located in Graz.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Melbourne to GRZ. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like December. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
MEL is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Melbourne to Graz Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
68% of flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
On public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Getting to the airport on time before your Melbourne to GRZ flight is far easier when you stay close to Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will put you just a short drive away.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 80% of them arriving on schedule.
About Graz Airport (GRZ)
Reserve a hotel close to GRZ if you're catching a late flight from Melbourne to Graz Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Graz Airport rental car and discover Graz and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Alamo and Budget are popular outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, book your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Graz Airport flight.
Getting from Graz Airport (GRZ) to central Graz
Graz Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Graz. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Graz Airport (GRZ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Graz Airport is R 20,967. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 33,109. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from Melbourne to GRZ, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Melbourne to Graz Airport tickets across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Melbourne to GRZ.
Find a cheap flight from Melbourne to Graz Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Graz Airport (GRZ)
Think about your travel style when deciding your trip dates. January is the quietest month to go to Graz. June is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Graz Airport (GRZ), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
When booking your Melbourne to GRZ plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Graz, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Graz Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Graz
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Graz right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Graz Airport:
Your trip to Graz isn't complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions that are worth your time include Cathedral, Hauptplatz and Das grüne Herz Österreichs.
Explore more of Austria
Graz will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Austria just waiting to be discovered. About 153 kilometres northeast of Graz, a trip to Vienna will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Historic Centre of Vienna, Vienna State Opera and St. Stephen's Cathedral.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Austria, consider Linz, roughly 177 kilometres northwest of Graz. Ars Electronica Centre, Mariendom Linz and Lentos Kunstmuseum (Museum of Modern Art Linz) are among the biggest draws.
