Travelling from Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Tahiti Faa'an Airport is located in Papeete. Following the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is 21 hours ahead of Papeete.
Allow plenty of time to catch your PPT to Melbourne flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Central Papeete to PPT is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch an early flight from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Melbourne? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to PPT:
When it comes to Tahiti Faa'an Airport's on-time performance, 65.07% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT) to Melbourne
The best price we've found for a one-way Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Melbourne flight is ج.م. 23,226. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 49,193. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from PPT to Melbourne, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The distance from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is roughly 24 kilometres. It'll take you about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 40 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Melbourne. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt to explore Melbourne and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from PPT to Melbourne.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is roughly 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. Once you've disembarked your flight from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Public transport will get you there in about 2 hours 5 minutes.
Relax and unpack not long after your PPT to Melbourne flight at Corio Bay Motel. This comfy accommodation option is a quick drive from AVV.
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Grab an Avalon Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the rates and availability from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from AVV three weeks in advance often means more savings and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Melbourne has landed. Central Melbourne is about 19 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and takes roughly 25 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.
If you use public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Enjoy an unhurried start to your break by staying at a hotel near MEB after your PPT to Melbourne flight. Unwind after a day of travel or simply give yourself time to settle into a new destination at:
Be in control of the next part of your journey by picking up an Essendon Airport rental car. East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar are some companies you can book with.
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Melbourne is always smart. As well as better deals, you'll have a wider selection of vehicle makes and models at MEB.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Before locking in your flights from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Melbourne, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Melbourne offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season brings cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
Book a Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Melbourne flight ticket with a departure in January if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 29ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 13ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from PPT to Melbourne around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Melbourne
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Melbourne right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Melbourne:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are highlights which should be on every Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Melbourne, now it's time to discover other parts of Australia. Travel about 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to tick off its leading sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Australia, consider Launceston, roughly 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience are highlights.
