Travelling from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Franz Josef Strauss Airport is located in Munich. Operating on the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is 10 hours ahead of Munich.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from MUC to Melbourne. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from MUC to Melbourne. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
To travel to Australia for tourism purposes, you will require an e-visa if you hold a passport from Germany. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need additional documents depending on the purpose and length of your visit. Always check the most recent guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Melbourne.
MUC is about 40 kilometres from central Munich. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 33 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 40 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near MUC. Whether you have an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Melbourne or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Melbourne
422 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Melbourne. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 895 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from MUC to Melbourne. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 28 minutes.
It typically takes 42 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Book a hotel near MEL if you have a late flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Melbourne. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Avalon Airport (AVV)
After your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Melbourne has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 51 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is approximately 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 2 hours and 4 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to rest your head within an easy drive of AVV. Switch to relaxation mode at Little River Bed and Breakfast after your flight from MUC to Melbourne.
Best time to go to Melbourne
July is the most popular month for flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Melbourne. To steer clear of the crowds, head for Melbourne in April when things are quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Melbourne, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap flights from MUC to Melbourne in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 13ºC on average.
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 Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Melbourne, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are attractions you won't want to skip in Melbourne.
Complete your Melbourne trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Melbourne and see the sights on your own schedule. Easily compare companies in one go to find the ideal ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Melbourne.