Flying from San Juan to Melbourne: what you need to know
San Juan's main base, Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU), is where many great holidays begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from San Juan to Melbourne.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is where you'll be arriving in Melbourne.
Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, making Melbourne 15 hours ahead of San Juan.
Give yourself enough time to make your San Juan to Melbourne flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Juan to Melbourne
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap San Juan to Melbourne flights if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
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Flying from San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to explore a new place or just take a break during your travels. When searching for a San Juan to Melbourne flight, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is an option if you're flying out of Luis Munoz Marin International Airport.
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of San Juan, SJU can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from San Juan to Melbourne? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport:
73.65% of flights departing from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Arriving in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from San Juan to Melbourne. Book one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Explore without limits with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and venture far and wide through Melbourne and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks ahead of your San Juan to Melbourne flight.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
The centre of Melbourne is about 48 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV). As soon as your flight from San Juan to Melbourne has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 50 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 2 hours 5 minutes.
Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire make collecting an Avalon Airport rental car simple. These companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at AVV can get you a lower rate.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Essendon Airport (MEB) is about 11 kilometres from central Melbourne. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by ride-share or cab once you've hopped off your flight from San Juan to Melbourne.
If you use public transport, the journey time is about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Take control of the next chapter of your journey with an Essendon Airport rental car. East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar are reliable rental providers.
If you're hoping for a particular type of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of getting exactly what you want. Book your ride from MEB at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from San Juan to Melbourne.
Best time to go to Melbourne
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from San Juan to Melbourne. January is the busiest month for a trip to Melbourne. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your San Juan to Melbourne tickets, think about the kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap flights from San Juan to Melbourne in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
More about Melbourne
Once you've booked your flight from San Juan to Melbourne, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Melbourne:
Federation Square and National Gallery of Victoria are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Melbourne travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Eureka Skydeck 88.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Melbourne, now it's time to explore more of Australia. Journey about 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to check off its must-visit sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Geelong is another sought-after destination in Australia and is around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. No journey is complete without seeing Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.
