Travelling from Brussels to Melbourne: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Brussels to Melbourne. Brussels Airport (BRU) and Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) are Brussels's main airports.
Hop off the plane at Melbourne's major arrival point, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Melbourne is ten hours ahead of Brussels and observes the UTC+11 timezone.
To ensure you make it on your Brussels to Melbourne flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Melbourne
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap Brussels to Melbourne flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Brussels to Melbourne is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and snap up an awesome deal.
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Flying from Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing Brussels to Melbourne flights departing from Brussels Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
BRU is around 8 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Brussels to Melbourne? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Brussels Airport:
When it comes to Brussels Airport's on-time performance, 71.97% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
CRL is about 40 kilometres from central Brussels. It takes 55 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Brussels to Melbourne, kick back in one of these hotels near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport:
72% of all departures from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Arriving in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
It usually takes 40 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Brussels to Melbourne. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and explore beyond Melbourne's main sights.
For the best deal, book your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks ahead of your Brussels to Melbourne flight.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
The centre of Melbourne is located around 48 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV). Once your flight from Brussels to Melbourne has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 50 minutes.
The journey will take about 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with an Avalon Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental or yesaway car hire and set off in the blink of an eye.
Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from AVV three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Set off for the city centre after your flight from Brussels to Melbourne has arrived. Central Melbourne is about 11 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and takes roughly 25 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.
If you go by public transport, the journey will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Whether you'd like a mini for a solo getaway or an SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the ideal Essendon Airport rental car for your needs. Explore the types of wheels available from companies such as East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Brussels to Melbourne is always smart. As well as better deals, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at MEB.
Best time to go to Melbourne
January is the busiest month for flights from Brussels to Melbourne. To skip the crowds, head to Melbourne in April.
Before locking in your Brussels to Melbourne tickets, consider the kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Brussels to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 13ºC.
More about Melbourne
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Melbourne right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Brussels to Melbourne:
Federation Square and National Gallery of Victoria are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Melbourne to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Eureka Skydeck 88.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Australia you'll want to see. Around 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a trip to Canberra will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Australia, head for Geelong, roughly 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre are among the biggest draws.