Travelling from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Hamad International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is 13 hours 30 minutes.
Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, which makes Melbourne eight hours ahead of Doha.
Flights from DOH to MEL start at 01:35 — the earliest with Qatar Airways. The last service of the day is at 20:55 with Qatar Airways. In total, you can choose from 38 weekly Hamad International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DOH to MEL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Qatar Airways has direct flights from Hamad International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Melbourne — and maybe even more of Australia if time allows.
Qatar Airways is the top choice for travellers on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating DOH to MEL flights is Qatar Airways. Its services arrive as planned 68.85% of the time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Hamad International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between DOH and MEL:
Adelaide Airport
Dubai Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
255 € is currently the best price for a one-way Hamad International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. A return flight starts at 677 €. These fares can change depending on demand.
To get cheap tickets from DOH to MEL, book your journey six months ahead of your departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Hamad International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from DOH to MEL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Hamad International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Hamad International Airport (DOH)
83.59% of flights leaving Hamad International Airport land at their destination on schedule. With its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of DOH.
To reach Hamad International Airport from central Doha, it takes around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near DOH:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Hamad International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Grab a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and explore Melbourne and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to the centre of Melbourne has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Hamad International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Melbourne. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Hamad International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, think about the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from DOH to MEL 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.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Geelong is another essential stop in Australia and is around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. No journey is complete without dropping by Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.
