Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Porto Airport (OPO): what you need to know
The timezone in Porto is UTC+0, which is 11 hours behind Melbourne.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your MEL to OPO flight.
During popular months such as January, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Porto Airport (OPO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Porto Airport flight is ₹ 46,900. A round-trip fare is currently ₹ 96,412. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MEL to OPO. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Porto Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
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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 complete their journey on time.
To reach Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Porto Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to MEL:
Arriving at Porto Airport (OPO)
Consider staying in a hotel close to OPO if you're taking a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Porto Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Porto Airport rental car and explore Porto and beyond with your own wheels. Klass Wagen, Goldcar and Drive & Go are popular providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Porto Airport around three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Porto Airport (OPO) to central Porto
Porto Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from the centre of Porto. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Porto Airport (OPO)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Porto Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Porto based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Porto Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Porto, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 32ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MEL to OPO in January. Average temperatures are between 3ºC and 14ºC then.
Explore more of Portugal
Porto has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Portugal waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres south of Porto, a visit to Lisbon will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Torre de Belem Garden, Estrela At Lisbon - Tram 28 and Archaeological museum of Sao Jorge Castle.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Portugal, head for Amadora, roughly 274 kilometres south of Porto. Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge are key highlights.
