Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Paris: what you need to know
The timezone in Paris is UTC+1. The city is ten hours behind Melbourne, where Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your MEL to Paris flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from MEL to Paris with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. The most sought-after stopovers include:
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Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near MEL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Paris or just don't like being rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, 63% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Paris
₹ 48,000 is currently the best price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Paris flight. Return plane tickets start at ₹ 89,368. These fares can change depending on demand.
To find cheap flights from MEL to Paris, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
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Airports in Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is around 26 kilometres from central Paris. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive will take roughly 35 minutes.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near CDG if you have a late flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Paris. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from MEL to Paris.
The address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Once your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Paris has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Paris is roughly 14 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 40 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to ORY. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your MEL to Paris flight:
Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride one week ahead of your arrival at ORY can help you lock in a better rate.
Paris Orly Airport can be found at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Step off your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Paris and head for your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. Central Paris is around 88 kilometres from Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes to reach driving.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, choose a hotel near BVA. Get settled at one of these options after your MEL to Paris flight:
About three weeks before your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Paris is a good time to book your vehicle from BVA. You're more likely to find a cheaper rate or even pick up some early bird discounts.
The address for Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Paris. July is the most popular month for a trip to Paris. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 29ºC. Book your Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Paris plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEL to Paris in January when temperatures average between -2ºC and 9ºC.
More about Paris
Start your Paris trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Paris, explore our range of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower and Musee d'Orsay are attractions you won't want to skip in Paris.
Explore more of France
You've visited Paris, now it's time to discover other corners of France. Journey about 386 kilometres southeast to Lyon to check off its top sights. From Fête Des Lumières to Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major stop in France, consider Nantes, roughly 338 kilometres southwest of Paris. Machines of the Isle Nantes, Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne and Basilique Saint Nicolas are among the biggest draws.