Travelling from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Melbourne: what you need to know
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11. The city is 11 hours ahead of Bristol, where Bristol Airport is located.
To avoid missing your BRS to Melbourne flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as August. 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.
The journey from central Bristol to BRS takes around 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near BRS. Whether you have an early flight from Bristol Airport to Melbourne or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels put convenience first:
69.8% of flights that depart Bristol Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Melbourne
The best price we've found for a one-way Bristol Airport to Melbourne flight is $1,442. The cheapest price for a return flight is $2,364. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from BRS to Melbourne. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Bristol Airport to Melbourne across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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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 around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 40 minutes to get there by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel close to MEL if you have a late flight from Bristol Airport to Melbourne. Settle into one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Pick up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and explore Melbourne and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are leading providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from BRS to Melbourne.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is roughly 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. After your flight from Bristol Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
Unpack your bags not long after your BRS to Melbourne flight at Corio Bay Motel. This comfy accommodation option is an easy drive from AVV.
Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire make picking up an Avalon Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from AVV three weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Hop off your flight from Bristol Airport to Melbourne and go straight to your hotel or start sightseeing right away. The centre of Melbourne is around 19 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and typically takes 25 minutes to drive there.
If you go by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Find a hotel close to MEB and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you're arriving on a late BRS to Melbourne flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these accommodation options put comfort right within reach:
Start your trip without worrying about how to get to where you're going with an Essendon Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with reliable names here like East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Bristol Airport to Melbourne is a good move. Along with more affordable prices, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at MEB.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Visit Melbourne in peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Bristol Airport to Melbourne in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Lock in a Bristol Airport to Melbourne flight ticket with a departure in January to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 29ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 13ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from BRS to Melbourne around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Melbourne right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Bristol Airport to Melbourne:
National Gallery of Victoria and Federation Square are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Melbourne itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Eureka Skydeck 88.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Melbourne, now it's time to explore other corners 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, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another major destination in Australia, head for Launceston, about 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience are key highlights.