Travelling from Melbourne to Cibao International Airport (STI): what you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where many great holidays begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Melbourne to Cibao International Airport (STI).
Santiago is 15 hours behind Melbourne. Cibao International Airport is located in Santiago, which operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to STI. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Get a head start by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The distance from central Melbourne to MEL is roughly 15 miles. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest route, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Cibao International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
About Cibao International Airport (STI)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Melbourne to Cibao International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near STI:
Getting from Cibao International Airport (STI) to central Santiago
From Cibao International Airport, Santiago is approximately 12 miles away. It takes around 31 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 12 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Cibao International Airport (STI)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Cibao International Airport is £1,702. The cheapest price for a return flight is £1,818. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from Melbourne to STI, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your ticket from Melbourne to Cibao International Airport.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Melbourne to Cibao International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Cibao International Airport (STI)
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Melbourne to Cibao International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Santiago. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Melbourne to STI for August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Santiago to range from 21ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 16ºC and 29ºC. Look for cheap flights from Melbourne to Cibao International Airport sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Santiago
Start your Santiago trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Cibao International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Santiago is to visit its top attractions. Some highlights include Monumento a los Heroes de la Restauracion, Fortaleza San Luis and Jardin Botanico de Santiago.
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