Flying from Dabolim Airport (GOI) 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 Marmagao.
To ensure you get on your GOI to MEL flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to check out a different city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Dabolim Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is a popular stop between GOI and MEL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dabolim Airport (GOI) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
$566 is the best price for a one-way Dabolim Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,188. These prices may change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from GOI to MEL, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Dabolim Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Dabolim Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Dabolim Airport (GOI)
Of all flights departing from Dabolim Airport, 62.76% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Dabolim Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Marmagao. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near GOI. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Dabolim Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MEL if you're catching a late Dabolim Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own pace with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and chase adventure across Melbourne and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to the centre of Melbourne has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
January is the most popular month for flights from Dabolim Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Melbourne in April.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Dabolim Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from GOI to MEL in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 13ºC on average.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Australia waiting to be explored. About 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a trip to Canberra will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If you want to check out 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 highlights.