Flying from Glasgow to Melbourne: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Glasgow. Check out your options leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) when organising your flight from Glasgow to Melbourne.
Come in for landing at Melbourne's chief entry point, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is 11 hours ahead of Glasgow.
Leave plenty of time to make your Glasgow to Melbourne flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Melbourne
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap Glasgow to Melbourne flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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Flying from Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Finding a stopover on your Glasgow to Melbourne flight is a breeze. Whether you'd like to potentially save on your fare or explore a new city, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to explore your options. A popular stop when departing from Glasgow International Airport is Dubai Airport (DXB).
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow, GLA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel close to Glasgow International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Glasgow to Melbourne, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Of all flights leaving Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% land on time at their destination.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
PIK is about 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Glasgow to Melbourne? Check in to a hotel near Glasgow Prestwick Airport before your trip officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
77% of flights taking off from Glasgow Prestwick Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is approximately 19 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
It typically takes 40 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Glasgow to Melbourne, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near MEL:
Explore without limits with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and experience more of Melbourne and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks in advance of your Glasgow to Melbourne flight.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Central Melbourne is about 48 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV). As soon as your flight from Glasgow to Melbourne has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 50 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 2 hours 5 minutes.
The fastest way to reach your destination is with an Avalon Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental or yesaway car hire and set off in the blink of an eye.
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from AVV three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Make your way into the city centre after your flight from Glasgow to Melbourne has touched down. Central Melbourne is around 11 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and takes roughly 25 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport can get you there in around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Begin your travels without stressing about how to get to where you're going with an Essendon Airport rental car. You can book your wheels with trusted suppliers here like East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Glasgow to Melbourne is smart. Along with more affordable prices, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at MEB.
Best time to go to Melbourne
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Glasgow to Melbourne. January is the most popular month to travel to Melbourne. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Glasgow to Melbourne ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for cheap flights from Glasgow to Melbourne around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Melbourne, browse our range of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are essential stops on your Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be explored. About 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a trip to Canberra will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Australia, head for Geelong, roughly 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre are key highlights.