Flying from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Melbourne: what you need to know
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11. The city is 18 hours ahead of Salt Lake City, where Salt Lake City International Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your SLC to Melbourne flight.
During popular months such as March, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from SLC to Melbourne, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
SLC is around 8 kilometres from central Salt Lake City. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 20 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to SLC? If you've booked an early flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Melbourne, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Salt Lake City International Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from SLC touch down on schedule 85% of the time.
SLC's address is 776 North Terminal Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Melbourne
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Salt Lake City International Airport to Melbourne flight is R 9,345. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 17,735. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from SLC to Melbourne. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Scoring cheap tickets from Salt Lake City International Airport to Melbourne is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to access the best prices across every month and snap up an epic deal.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to the centre of Melbourne takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Melbourne, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near MEL:
Booking your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks before your flight from SLC to Melbourne can help you get the lowest rate.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is around 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. Once you've hopped off your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Corio Bay Motel is a comfortable accommodation option within a short drive of AVV. Make yourself at home here after your SLC to Melbourne flight and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign for some uninterrupted rest.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at AVV can get you a lower rate.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Once your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Melbourne has arrived, the city centre awaits. Essendon Airport (MEB) is about 11 kilometres from central Melbourne.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your break by staying at a hotel near MEB after your SLC to Melbourne flight. Recharge after a day of travel or simply take a moment to get your bearings in a new destination at:
Rental companies sometimes offer deals for early bookings, so secure your ride from MEB well ahead of your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Melbourne. A bit of planning goes a long way for your wallet.
Best time to go to Melbourne
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Melbourne. July is the busiest month to visit Melbourne. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in December.
When booking your Salt Lake City International Airport to Melbourne plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SLC to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Melbourne, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Melbourne's Gardens and Flinders Street Railway Station are just two of the big attractions to add to your Melbourne to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Melbourne Park.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored after you've seen Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the northeast, popular attractions include National Gallery of Australia, National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy.
If you want to check out another major stop in Australia, consider Launceston, roughly 451 kilometres southeast of Melbourne. Cataract Gorge Scenic Chairlift, Queen Victoria Museum at Inveresk and Hollybank Mountain Bike Park are the start of reasons to visit.