Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Salgado Filho International Airport (POA): what you need to know
Porto Alegre is 14 hours behind Melbourne and is in the UTC-3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your MEL to POA flight.
Flying during a peak month such as January? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Salgado Filho International Airport (POA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Salgado Filho International Airport flight is $1,780. A return plane ticket is currently $3,045. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MEL to POA, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Salgado Filho International Airport.
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Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Of all flights leaving Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% land on schedule at their destination.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 40 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near MEL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Salgado Filho International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Salgado Filho International Airport (POA)
If you're coming in on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Salgado Filho International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near POA:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Salgado Filho International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Localiza, Foco or Movida to explore Porto Alegre and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Salgado Filho International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Salgado Filho International Airport (POA) to central Porto Alegre
Salgado Filho International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Porto Alegre. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Salgado Filho International Airport (POA)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Salgado Filho International Airport is May, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Porto Alegre based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Porto Alegre is January, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Salgado Filho International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEL to POA in July. Average temperatures are between 8ºC and 23ºC then.
Explore more of Brazil
Porto Alegre is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Brazil you'll want to see. About 483 kilometres north-east of Porto Alegre, a visit to Joinville will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Rua das Palmeiras, Parque Zoobotanico and Expoville Park.
Florianopolis is another essential stop in Brazil and is around 370 kilometres north-east of Porto Alegre. No trip is complete without a visit to Joaquina beach, Farol da Barra da Lagoa and Hercilio Luz Bridge.