Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE): what you need to know
Harare's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Harare nine hours behind Melbourne.
To ensure you get on your MEL to HRE flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month like January? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE)
Currently, ₹ 46,819 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to RG Mugabe International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ₹ 105,684. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MEL to HRE if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
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Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
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.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near MEL. Whether you have an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to RG Mugabe International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE)
If you're coming in on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to RG Mugabe International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near HRE:
Grab a RG Mugabe International Airport rental car and discover Harare and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Europcar and Budget are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from RG Mugabe International Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE) to central Harare
From RG Mugabe International Airport, Harare is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE)
June is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to RG Mugabe International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Harare in April.
When reserving your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to RG Mugabe International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. October is the warmest month in Harare, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 31ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEL to HRE in July. Average temperatures are between 7ºC and 23ºC then.
Explore more of Zimbabwe
Harare has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Zimbabwe just waiting to be explored. Around 370 kilometres south-west of Harare, a visit to Bulawayo will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Matobo National Park, Natural History Museum and Bulawayo Railway Museum.
If you're ready to explore another side of Zimbabwe, consider Chitungwiza, about 19 kilometres south of Harare. Bradley Connect, st mary's park and garden and SAFARI IN AFRICA AND VOLUNTEERING are among the biggest draws.
