Travelling from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to Melbourne: what you need to know
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11. The city is ten hours ahead of Skopje, where Skopje International Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your SKP to Melbourne flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
SKP is about 18 kms (11 miles) from central Skopje. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to SKP? If you're boarding an early flight from Skopje International Airport to Melbourne, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Skopje International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 85.19% of flights that take off from SKP reach their destination without delay.
How to find the cheapest flights from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to Melbourne
£405 is currently the best price for a one-way Skopje International Airport to Melbourne flight. Return plane tickets start at £916. These fares can change depending on demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from SKP to Melbourne if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Skopje International Airport to Melbourne across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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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 will take roughly 30 minutes.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Skopje International Airport to Melbourne. Book one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Pick up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and discover Melbourne and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks before your flight from SKP to Melbourne.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is around 56 kms (35 miles) from central Melbourne. Following your flight from Skopje International Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
Corio Bay Motel is a comfortable accommodation option within an easy drive of AVV. Check in here after your SKP to Melbourne flight and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to enjoy some uninterrupted rest.
The quickest 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 get going in the blink of an eye.
Lock in the best price by booking your ride from AVV three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Step off your flight from Skopje International Airport to Melbourne and make your way to your hotel or start discovering the city right away. The centre of Melbourne is around 19 kms (12 miles) from Essendon Airport (MEB) and typically takes 25 minutes to reach by car.
If you use public transport, the journey will take you about 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, head for a hotel close to MEB. Check in to one of these options after your SKP to Melbourne flight:
Begin your journey without stressing over how to get to your next stop with an Essendon Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with trusted suppliers here like East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
Rental agencies sometimes offer discounts on early bookings, so secure your vehicle from MEB a few weeks in advance of your flight from Skopje International Airport to Melbourne. A little prep work can make a big difference in cost.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Skopje International Airport to Melbourne. The city buzzes in peak season, but prices are generally higher and top attractions can get busy. Visit Melbourne in the low season for a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Skopje International Airport to Melbourne plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 13ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from SKP to Melbourne around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Melbourne right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Skopje International Airport to Melbourne:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are major attractions which should be on any good Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Melbourne. Around 290 miles away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Australia, consider Launceston, about 280 miles south-east of Melbourne. City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience are the start of reasons to visit.