Travelling from Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, which makes Melbourne five hours 30 minutes ahead of Bhubaneswar.
Leave enough time to make your BBI to MEL flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like April? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between BBI and MEL:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Biju Patnaik International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight is ج.م. 18,215. A return ticket right now is ج.م. 59,614. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from BBI to MEL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Finding cheap flights from BBI to MEL is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new deal comes up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
Handy information about Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Biju Patnaik International Airport, data shows 68.08% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Biju Patnaik International Airport from central Bhubaneswar, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a handy hotel near BBI? If you're boarding an early flight from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Biju Patnaik International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and find adventure across Melbourne and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks in advance.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to central Melbourne has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
January is the most popular month for flights from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Melbourne in April.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from BBI to MEL in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 13ºC on average.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Australia, head for Geelong, about 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre are among the biggest draws.
