Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located in Durham. Following the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is 16 hours ahead of Durham.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your RDU to Melbourne flight.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from RDU to Melbourne with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
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The journey from central Durham to RDU takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 16 kms (10 miles) in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near RDU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Melbourne or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
78% of flights taking off from Raleigh-Durham International Airport land at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Melbourne
£452 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Melbourne flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is £841. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from RDU to Melbourne if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kms (15 miles) from central Melbourne. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel close to MEL if you're coming in on a late flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Melbourne. Choose one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks before your flight from RDU to Melbourne.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
After your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Melbourne has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is roughly 56 kms (35 miles) from Avalon Airport (AVV).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Corio Bay Motel is a comfortable accommodation option within an easy drive of AVV. Unpack your bags here after your RDU to Melbourne flight and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to enjoy some uninterrupted rest.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from AVV three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Step off your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Melbourne and head straight for your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. Central Melbourne is about 11 kms (7 miles) from Essendon Airport (MEB).
Enjoy an unhurried start to your break by choosing a hotel near MEB after your RDU to Melbourne flight. Recover from your travel day or simply take a moment to find your footing in a new city at:
Booking at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Melbourne is a good move. Along with better deals, you'll be able to choose the vehicle make and model you prefer at MEB.
Best time to go to Melbourne
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Melbourne. July is the most popular month to visit Melbourne. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Melbourne plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
July has average temperatures of between 3ºC and 12ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from RDU to Melbourne around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Melbourne
After booking your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Melbourne, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Melbourne:
Melbourne's Gardens and Flinders Street Railway Station are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Melbourne itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Melbourne Park.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be explored. Around 467 kms (290 miles) northeast of Melbourne, a trip to Canberra will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like National Gallery of Australia, National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy.
Around 451 kms (280 miles) southeast of Melbourne, Launceston is another favourite stop in Australia. Start your sightseeing at Cataract Gorge Scenic Chairlift, Queen Victoria Museum at Inveresk and Hollybank Mountain Bike Park.
