Flying from Melbourne to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL): What you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where new adventures begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Melbourne to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is located in Atlanta. The city follows the UTC-4 timezone and is 15 hours behind Melbourne.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to ATL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During peak travel periods, allow for longer wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Melbourne to ATL. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these airports:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Melbourne to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
On public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in about 2 hours 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 50 minutes.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Melbourne to ATL flight is far easier when you stay close to Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will put you a short ride from the airport.
Avalon Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 80.09% of flights out of here make it to their final destination as planned.
About Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
If you have a late flight from Melbourne to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near ATL:
Hit the road running by picking up a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Europcar and explore beyond Atlanta's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle around three weeks before your Melbourne to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport flight.
ATL is located at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Getting from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to the centre of Atlanta is roughly 13 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
At the moment, $997 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,499. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Melbourne to ATL, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap Melbourne to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a lower fare pops up on flight tickets from Melbourne to ATL.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Melbourne to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). July is the peak month for travel to Atlanta. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, think about going in February.
Book a Melbourne to ATL flight ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Atlanta to range from 19ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 14ºC.
More about Atlanta
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Atlanta:
Georgia Aquarium and Birth Home of Martin Luther King, Jr are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Atlanta itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Fox Theatre.
Explore more of the United States
Atlanta has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States you'll want to see. About 225 kilometres west of Atlanta, a visit to Birmingham will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like 16th Street Baptist Church, Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument and Civil Rights District.
Around 225 kilometres south-west of Atlanta, Montgomery is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Civil Rights Memorial, Natl memorial for peace and Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church.
