Flying from Melbourne to Luxor International Airport (LXR): What you need to know
Luxor International Airport is located in Luxor. The city follows the UTC+2 timezone and is nine hours behind Melbourne.
To ensure you get on your flight from Melbourne to LXR, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like December? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The journey from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Luxor International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just the thing:
68% of flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
With public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Getting to the airport on time before your Melbourne to LXR flight is easier when you stay near Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will have you a quick ride from check-in.
The majority of flights that depart Avalon Airport get to their destination as expected. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 80%.
About Luxor International Airport (LXR)
Stay moments from the runway after your flight from Melbourne to Luxor International Airport. Valencia Villa & Rooms is one option close to LXR. Or check in and recharge your batteries at Villa Yazan before travelling to your final destination.
Grab the keys to a Luxor International Airport rental car from companies like Green Motion or Sixt. With your own set of wheels, you can travel beyond Luxor and visit places that usually fly under the radar.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your Melbourne to Luxor International Airport flight.
Getting from Luxor International Airport (LXR) to central Luxor
Luxor International Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Luxor. The time it takes to get there in a car hire or taxi depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Luxor International Airport (LXR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Luxor International Airport is $2,831. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $4,694. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Melbourne to LXR if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to Luxor International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Luxor International Airport (LXR)
December is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne to Luxor International Airport (LXR). Visit Luxor in May for a quieter experience.
Lock in a Melbourne to LXR plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Luxor to range from 23ºC to 43ºC.
January has temperatures of between 6ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Luxor International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Luxor
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Luxor right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Melbourne to Luxor International Airport:
You'll find loads of exciting things to do in Luxor when you're ready to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Valley of the Kings followed by Temple of Karnak and Luxor Temple.
Explore more of Egypt
You've visited Luxor, now it's time to discover other parts of Egypt. Travel about 145 kilometres northwest to Sohag to tick off its must-visit sights. From Mosque Noor Islam to Khalid ibn al-Walid Mosque and Masjed Daif Allah, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Mallawī is another essential stop in Egypt and is around 290 kilometres northwest of Luxor. No trip is complete without seeing Mallawi Museum, Blessed Virgin Mary Church and Demiana tribal ownership and Mosque mercy.
