Flying from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, which makes Melbourne seven hours ahead of Port Louis.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your MRU to MEL flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between MRU and MEL include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Dubai Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Right now, R 10,000 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 20,868. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from MRU to MEL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, 72.12% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Port Louis to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to MRU? If you've booked an early flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Reserve a hotel close to MEL if you're taking a late Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Hit the road running by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt to explore Melbourne and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to central Melbourne has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Melbourne. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport for January if you'd like to go to Melbourne during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MRU to MEL sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Australia, head for Geelong, roughly 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre are among its highlights.