Flying from Seychelles International Airport (SEZ) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Seychelles International Airport is located in Victoria. Based in the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is seven hours ahead of Victoria.
Give yourself enough time to get on your SEZ to Melbourne flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from SEZ to Melbourne. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
To reach SEZ from central Victoria, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. It's roughly 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a hotel close to SEZ? If you're catching an early flight from Seychelles International Airport to Melbourne, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
74.42% of flights leaving from Seychelles International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seychelles International Airport (SEZ) to Melbourne
RM2,671 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Seychelles International Airport to Melbourne flight. Return flight tickets start from RM5,864. These fares can change depending on demand.
To find cheap flights from SEZ to Melbourne, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Seychelles International Airport to Melbourne. Book one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt to explore Melbourne and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from SEZ to Melbourne.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is about 56 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. After your flight from Seychelles International Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
You'll find a few terrific accommodation options just a short drive from AVV. Switch to relaxation mode at Corio Bay Motel after your SEZ to Melbourne flight.
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab queues. Grab an Avalon Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare availability and rates from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire.
Lock in the best price by booking your ride from AVV three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Step off your flight from Seychelles International Airport to Melbourne and go straight to your hotel or jump right into exploring. The centre of Melbourne is around 19 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and typically takes 25 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport will get you there in roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, find a hotel close to MEB. Make yourself comfy at one of these stays after your SEZ to Melbourne flight:
Take the guesswork out of the next leg of your journey with an Essendon Airport rental car. East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar will get you on the road.
If you prefer a particular type of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of finding what you want. Reserve your ride from MEB at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Seychelles International Airport to Melbourne.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Travel to Melbourne in high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Seychelles International Airport to Melbourne during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Seychelles International Airport to Melbourne plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SEZ to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Melbourne
Once you've booked your flight from Seychelles International Airport to Melbourne, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Melbourne:
National Gallery of Victoria and Federation Square are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Melbourne must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Eureka Skydeck 88.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Australia you'll want to see. About 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a trip to Canberra will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Around 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne, Launceston is another favourite stop in Australia. No visit is complete without checking out City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.
