Flying from Tehran to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): What you need to know
Tehran's main base, Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Tehran to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is seven hours 30 minutes ahead of Tehran. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located in Melbourne.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Tehran to MEL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Whether you're hoping to visit a new city on the way or just have a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options leaving from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport (DXB) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Tehran to MEL.
To get to IKA from central Tehran, it takes around 1 hour to drive the 56 kilometres or so.
Need a handy place to stay before your flight from Tehran to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are close to Imam Khomeini International Airport. They're an especially good option if you have an early departure.
Of all flights leaving Imam Khomeini International Airport, 69.19% land on time at their destination.
About Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MEL if you have a late flight from Tehran to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
Travel at your own speed with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and experience more of Melbourne and beyond.
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Tehran to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to the centre of Melbourne is roughly 19 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tehran to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Currently, RM1,603 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tehran to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM7,497. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Tehran to MEL, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Tehran to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport ticket.
Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Tehran to MEL is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.
Find the best deal on a flight from Tehran to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Tehran to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Think about your travel style when deciding your trip dates. April is the quietest month to go to Melbourne. July is when most people book flights from Tehran to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Tehran to MEL plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Tehran to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in July when temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Melbourne
After booking your flight from Tehran to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Melbourne:
Flinders Street Railway Station and Australian Grand Prix are just two of the major attractions to add to your Melbourne itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Formula 1 Grand Prix Circuit.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Australia you should also see. About 113 kilometres north-west of Melbourne, a trip to Bendigo will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Sacred Heart Cathedral, Bendigo Botanic Gardens and Central Deborah Gold Mine.
Around 88 kilometres west of Melbourne, Ballarat is another favourite stop in Australia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to St Patrick's Cathedral, St. Alipius Sovereign Hill and Ballarat Wildlife Park.