Travelling from Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR) to Melbourne: what you need to know
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11. The city is ten hours ahead of Florence, where Firenze-Peretola Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your FLR to Melbourne flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Located around 6 kilometres from central Florence, FLR can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near FLR. Whether you have an early flight from Firenze-Peretola Airport to Melbourne or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to Firenze-Peretola Airport's on-time performance, 68.62% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR) to Melbourne
RM2,209 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Firenze-Peretola Airport to Melbourne flight. A return ticket right now is RM4,416. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from FLR to Melbourne, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The distance from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is roughly 24 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Firenze-Peretola Airport to Melbourne, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near MEL:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and find adventure across Melbourne and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from FLR to Melbourne.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Once your flight from Firenze-Peretola Airport to Melbourne has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is roughly 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 2 hours 5 minutes.
Corio Bay Motel is one accommodation option within an easy drive of AVV. Unpack your bags here after your FLR to Melbourne flight and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign to get some rest.
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with an Avalon Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental or yesaway car hire and get going in the blink of an eye.
Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from AVV three weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Step off your flight from Firenze-Peretola Airport to Melbourne and go straight to your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. Central Melbourne is around 19 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and usually takes 25 minutes to reach driving.
The journey takes around 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling on public transport.
Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your break by choosing a hotel near MEB after your FLR to Melbourne flight. Recover from a day of travel or simply give yourself time to find your footing in a new city at:
Begin your journey without stressing about how to arrive at your destination with an Essendon Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from reliable companies here like East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
If you prefer a certain model or make, booking early gives you a better shot at getting exactly what you want. Reserve your ride from MEB at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Firenze-Peretola Airport to Melbourne.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Firenze-Peretola Airport to Melbourne. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel prices are generally higher and major attractions can be crowded. Go to Melbourne in the off-season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Firenze-Peretola Airport to Melbourne flight ticket with a departure in January to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from FLR to Melbourne around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Melbourne right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Firenze-Peretola Airport to Melbourne:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are top sights which should be on any well-planned Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Melbourne, now it's time to discover more of Australia. Journey around 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to check off its top sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Australia, head for Launceston, roughly 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience are key highlights.