Traveling from Frankfurt to Melbourne: what you need to know
Start your vacation planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Frankfurt to Melbourne. Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) and Hahn Airport (HHN) are Frankfurt's main airports.
Touch down at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), the chief entry point to Melbourne.
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is ten hours ahead of Frankfurt.
Allow plenty of time to get on your Frankfurt to Melbourne flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Melbourne
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Frankfurt to Melbourne flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
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Flying from Frankfurt
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing Frankfurt to Melbourne flights departing from Frankfurt am Main Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The journey from central Frankfurt to FRA takes about 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After an easy start to your journey? Stay near Frankfurt am Main Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Melbourne or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of the departures from Frankfurt am Main Airport, 74% touch down on time at their destination.
Hahn Airport (HHN)
You can reach HHN from the center of Frankfurt in about 1 hour 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 10 minutes to travel the 105 kilometers or so.
Get a head start on your vacation with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Frankfurt to Melbourne, stay in one of these hotels close to Hahn Airport:
The majority of flights that depart Hahn Airport touch down at their destination as planned. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 84%.
Arriving in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The distance from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is approximately 19 kilometers. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the center driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Frankfurt to Melbourne, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near MEL:
Go where the road takes you with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and experience more of Melbourne and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV)
Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV) is about 48 kilometers from the center of Melbourne. Once you've disembarked your flight from Frankfurt to Melbourne, it takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car rental make collecting a Melbourne Avalon Airport rental car easy and quick. These companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at AVV will help you stay within budget.
Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB)
Set off for the city center after your flight from Frankfurt to Melbourne has touched down. Central Melbourne is about 11 kilometers from Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB) and takes roughly 20 minutes to get to by car.
Public transport will get you there in about 55 minutes.
Whether you're looking for an economy just for you or an SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the right Melbourne Essendon Airport rental car for your needs. Explore wheels available from providers such as East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
Booking at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Frankfurt to Melbourne is always a good idea. Along with better deals, you might find it easier to get the make and model you prefer at MEB.
Best time to go to Melbourne
December is the most popular month for flights from Frankfurt to Melbourne. To travel when it's less crowded, visit Melbourne in March.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Frankfurt to Melbourne ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Melbourne in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Frankfurt to Melbourne, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Melbourne's Gardens, Melbourne Park and Arts Centre Melbourne are popular attractions which should feature on any good Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Melbourne, now it's time to discover other parts of Australia. Journey around 467 kilometers northeast to Canberra to check off its must-visit sights. From National Gallery of Australia to National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Geelong is another favorite destination in Australia and is around 64 kilometers southwest of Melbourne. No trip is complete without experiencing Wathaurong Booln Booln Cultural Centre, Eastern Beach Promenade and Eastern Beach.