Traveling from Comoro Airport (DIL) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Melbourne is two hours ahead of Dili, where Comoro Airport is located. Melbourne follows the UTC+11 timezone.
To avoid missing your DIL to Melbourne flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Whether you'd like to visit a new city on the way or just take a break, we make it easy to find plane tickets from DIL to Melbourne with a stopover. To compare your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Darwin International Airport (DRW) is a go-to stop on this route.
DIL is around 6 kilometers from central Dili. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a hotel near DIL? If you're catching an early flight from Comoro Airport to Melbourne, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of the departures from Comoro Airport, 76.67% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Comoro Airport (DIL) to Melbourne
$343 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Comoro Airport to Melbourne flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $968. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from DIL to Melbourne. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Comoro Airport to Melbourne across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The distance from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is roughly 24 kilometers. It'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the center driving.
It typically takes 40 minutes when traveling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Comoro Airport to Melbourne, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near MEL:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and explore beyond Melbourne's main sights.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from DIL to Melbourne.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Once your flight from Comoro Airport to Melbourne has landed, you can make your way to the city center in around 50 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is roughly 56 kilometers from Avalon Airport (AVV).
The trip will take about 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
Corio Bay Motel is one accommodation option within a short drive of AVV. Drop your bags here after your DIL to Melbourne flight and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign for some uninterrupted rest.
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with an Avalon Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental or yesaway car rental and set off in the blink of an eye.
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from AVV three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Make tracks for the city center after your flight from Comoro Airport to Melbourne has arrived. Central Melbourne is about 19 kilometers from Essendon Airport (MEB) and takes roughly 25 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.
The journey will take around 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Choose a hotel near MEB and get from baggage claim to your bed in a snap. Whether you're coming in on a late DIL to Melbourne flight or just want an easier arrival, these accommodation options will have you settling in quickly:
Whether you're looking for a zippy mini for a solo adventure or a full-size SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the perfect Essendon Airport rental car for your needs. Browse the range of wheels available here from names such as East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
Rental companies sometimes offer promotions on early bookings, so book your vehicle from MEB in advance of your flight from Comoro Airport to Melbourne. A bit of planning goes a long way in savings.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Visit Melbourne in peak season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Comoro Airport to Melbourne in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Lock in a Comoro Airport to Melbourne plane ticket with a departure in January if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from DIL to Melbourne around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
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 Comoro Airport to Melbourne, check out our selection of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are attractions you won't want to skip in Melbourne.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Australia you should also see. Around 467 kilometers north-east of Melbourne, a trip to Canberra will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Launceston is another sought-after destination in Australia and is around 451 kilometers south-east of Melbourne. No journey is complete without dropping by City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.