Travelling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Melbourne is 10 hours ahead of Madrid, where Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located. Melbourne operates on the UTC+11 timezone.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from MAD to Melbourne. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it easy to find a flight from MAD to Melbourne that includes a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you have a passport from Spain, you'll need an e-visa to enter Australia. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Melbourne for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you make travel plans and certainly before flying.
Located around 18 kilometres from central Madrid, MAD can be reached in approximately 26 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 37 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Melbourne? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near MAD:
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Melbourne
356 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Melbourne. A return flight starts from 773 €. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MAD to Melbourne if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Melbourne.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to the centre of Melbourne is around 28 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
It takes around 42 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Melbourne, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near MEL:
Avalon Airport (AVV)
The centre of Melbourne is located around 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV). After your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Melbourne has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 51 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take about 2 hours and 4 minutes.
Unpack your bags not long after your flight from MAD to Melbourne at Little River Bed and Breakfast. This comfy accommodation option is a short drive from AVV.
Best time to go to Melbourne
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Melbourne. July is the most popular month to travel to Melbourne. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Before you book a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Melbourne, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from MAD to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 13ºC.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Melbourne, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Melbourne itinerary.
Complete your Melbourne trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Melbourne and see the sights at your leisure. Easily compare options in one place to find the perfect ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Melbourne.