Flying from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Melbourne is ten hours ahead of Vienna, where Vienna International Airport is located. Melbourne follows the UTC+11 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your VIE to Melbourne flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
VIE is around 16 kilometres from central Vienna. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Vienna International Airport to Melbourne? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near VIE:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Vienna International Airport, 78.59% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Melbourne
R 7,239 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Vienna International Airport to Melbourne flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 15,467. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from VIE to Melbourne, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Vienna 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 relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near MEL:
Follow your own route 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 vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from VIE to Melbourne.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is roughly 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. Once you've hopped off your flight from Vienna International Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 2 hours 5 minutes.
Unpack and relax not long after your VIE to Melbourne flight at Corio Bay Motel. This comfortable accommodation option is a short drive from AVV.
The fastest way to reach your destination is with an Avalon Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental or yesaway car hire and set off in the blink of an eye.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at AVV can help you lock in a better rate.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Essendon Airport (MEB) is about 19 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by car once you've stepped off your flight from Vienna International Airport to Melbourne.
The journey takes around 1 hour 15 minutes if you use public transport.
If you don't want to make the trip into the centre, head for a hotel near MEB. Make yourself comfy at one of these options after your VIE to Melbourne flight:
Begin your travels without stressing over how to reach your next stop with an Essendon Airport rental car. You can book with trusted names here like East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
Rental companies sometimes offer deals for early bookings, so book your vehicle from MEB well ahead of your flight from Vienna International Airport to Melbourne. A little planning can save you money.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Before you book your flights from Vienna International Airport to Melbourne, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Melbourne offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season brings better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Lock in a Vienna International Airport to Melbourne flight ticket with a departure in January if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from VIE to Melbourne in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Vienna International Airport to Melbourne, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Melbourne, now it's time to discover other corners of Australia. Journey around 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to tick off its top attractions. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Australia, head for Launceston, about 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience are highlights.