Travelling from Amritsar Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee Intl Airport (ATQ) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Melbourne is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Amritsar, where Amritsar Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee Intl Airport is located. Melbourne follows the UTC+11 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to get on your ATQ to Melbourne flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as November, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from ATQ to Melbourne, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL)
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The journey from central Amritsar to ATQ takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel near ATQ? If you've booked an early flight from Amritsar Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee Intl Airport to Melbourne, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from Amritsar Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee Intl Airport, 61% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amritsar Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee Intl Airport (ATQ) to Melbourne
The best price we've found for a one-way Amritsar Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee Intl Airport to Melbourne flight is $509. The cheapest price for a return flight is $996. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from ATQ to Melbourne if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Scoring cheap tickets from Amritsar Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee Intl Airport to Melbourne is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest prices across each month and walk away with a fantastic deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from ATQ to Melbourne by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Amritsar Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee Intl Airport to Melbourne.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 25 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel near MEL if you're coming in on a late flight from Amritsar Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee Intl Airport to Melbourne. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Booking your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks before your flight from ATQ to Melbourne can help you get the best possible rate.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Once your flight from Amritsar Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee Intl Airport to Melbourne has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is roughly 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Corio Bay Motel is a comfortable accommodation option within a short drive of AVV. Settle in here after your ATQ to Melbourne flight and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign to enjoy some uninterrupted rest.
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from AVV three weeks in advance often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
After your flight from Amritsar Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee Intl Airport to Melbourne has arrived, the city centre awaits. Essendon Airport (MEB) is around 11 kilometres from central Melbourne.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, find a hotel near MEB. Settle in at one of these options after your ATQ to Melbourne flight:
Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Amritsar Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee Intl Airport to Melbourne is a smart way to go. Along with more affordable prices, you'll have a wider selection of vehicle makes and models at MEB.
Best time to go to Melbourne
December is the quietest month for flights from Amritsar Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee Intl Airport to Melbourne, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Melbourne based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Amritsar Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee Intl Airport to Melbourne plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ATQ to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 3ºC and 12ºC.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Amritsar Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee Intl Airport to Melbourne, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Melbourne's Gardens, Flinders Street Railway Station and Melbourne Park are top attractions which should feature on any good Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Australia you should also see. About 467 kilometres northeast of Melbourne, a visit to Canberra will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like National Gallery of Australia, National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy.
Launceston is another favourite destination in Australia and is around 451 kilometres southeast of Melbourne. No trip is complete without a visit to Cataract Gorge Scenic Chairlift, Queen Victoria Museum at Inveresk and Hollybank Mountain Bike Park.